Gulf support in 2013 was vital for Egypt, says President Sisi
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has highlighted the crucial role Gulf states played in supporting Egypt during its 2013 economic crisis.
In 2013, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi underscored the indispensable assistance provided by Gulf states during Egypt's economic downturn. President El-Sisi highlighted the vital role of oil, wheat, gas, and butane shipments from Gulf countries arriving at Egypt's ports free of charge during a period of severe economic hardship.
In his address, El-Sisi pointed out that the fallout from the 2011 events caused a contraction in Egypt's economy and a depletion of reserves. He questioned what might have transpired if Egypt had not received support from its Gulf neighbors. El-Sisi emphasized, "If our brothers had not stood by Egypt in 2013, I do not know what the state would have done."
Grateful to the Arab nations that supported Egypt, particularly Saudi Arabia, the Egyptian president urged the armed forces to acknowledge the Gulf nations' support. El-Sisi also stressed Egypt's unwavering commitment to the security of its Gulf neighbors, stating, "We will not allow harm to come to the security of Saudi Arabia and the Gulf."
He concluded by recalling these events as a gesture of appreciation for Arab support and a warning against repeating the challenging circumstances Egypt endured.
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