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The Egypt–European Union Summit, held on 22 October 2025 in Brussels Belgium, was the first high-level bilateral summit between the European Union (EU) and Egypt. The summit was attended by European Council President António Costa European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
Egypt–EU relations are built upon the Partnership Agreement in force since 2004 and the “Strategic and Comprehensive Partnership” (SCP) document signed in Cairo on 17 March 2024. This partnership is founded on six pillars: political relations economic stability trade and investment migration and mobility security demographics and human capital. Under this agreement covering the period 2024–2027 a financial and investment package totaling 7.4 billion euros has been foreseen. The package consists of 5 billion euros in concessional loans 1.8 billion euros in additional investment and 600 million euros in grant support.
The 2025 summit aimed to advance the implementation of this partnership deepen economic cooperation and contribute to regional stability. The European External Action Service (EEAS) described the summit as “an opportunity to unlock the full potential of the partnership between the two sides.”
The summit was held with the participation of European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen representing the EU and President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi representing Egypt. The main agenda items included developments in the Middle East the war in Ukraine trade energy security migration maritime security and the principles of multilateralism.
During a side event of the summit a high-level meeting titled “Implementing the EU–Egypt Strategic and Comprehensive Partnership: Accelerating Strategic Investments Industrial Transformation and Innovation” was held. Representatives from politics business development institutions and research circles in Europe and Egypt gathered to exchange views on investment and innovation.
Three key documents were signed during the summit.
In addition the European Commission announced three further financial support operations to be implemented in 2025:
European Council President António Costa described the summit as “a significant turning point in relations” and emphasized Egypt’s “vital role” in regional stability. Costa highlighted Egypt’s mediation efforts as decisive in achieving the first phase of the ceasefire in Gaza and stated that “all hostages have been reunited with their families and hope has been restored to the Palestinian people after two years of devastation.”
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen noted that “the EU–Egypt partnership has become stronger than ever” and underscored the importance of the 5 billion euro macro-financial support and the Horizon Europe agreement. Von der Leyen also announced that the EU is preparing to launch a donor group for Palestine and will play an active role in delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi stated that the summit must serve as “a genuine starting point for deepening strategic partnership between the European Union and the southern shore of the Mediterranean.” In a working dinner with European leaders Sisi affirmed that Egypt seeks “comprehensive cooperation not only with EU institutions but also with member states.”
The “Egypt–European Union Joint Statement” adopted at the conclusion of the summit was issued in Brussels on 22 October 2025. The statement underlines the shared commitment of both parties to long-term stability peace security and prosperity. The EU and Egypt reaffirmed their adherence to the principles of the United Nations Charter the supremacy of international law and the principle of multilateralism. The parties agreed at the summit’s conclusion that the second summit will be held in Egypt in 2027.
The Joint Statement addressed the first phase of the Comprehensive Plan aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza. The parties welcomed the agreement reached under the first phase of the plan presented by US President Donald Trump and the outcomes of the Peace Summit held in Sharm el-Sheikh on 13 October 2025. Egypt’s mediation efforts during this process were noted. A call was made for safe rapid and unhindered humanitarian access to the Gaza Strip.
The statement highlighted the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza and stressed the need to repair health infrastructure and to ensure a central role for UN agencies particularly UNRWA in the humanitarian response. The parties reaffirmed their commitment to a two-state solution and emphasized the necessity of a peaceful and secure coexistence between the State of Israel and an independent State of Palestine.
The statement declared that settlement activities in the West Bank violate international law and condemned all forms of settler violence annexation attempts and forced displacement of Palestinians. A call was made for the end of Hamas’s governance in Gaza and the restoration of the Palestinian Authority’s authority. Egypt’s hosting of an international conference for Gaza’s reconstruction following a permanent ceasefire was recorded.
The statement addressed the war in Ukraine. The parties reiterated their commitment to the principle of refraining from the use of force in international relations referencing UN General Assembly resolutions. They expressed support for Ukraine’s independence sovereignty and territorial integrity.
On Libya the parties expressed support for the UN Mission for Support in Libya’s peace plan. They called for the unification of Libyan institutions the holding of elections within a specific timeline and the withdrawal of foreign forces from the country. The statement emphasized the need to halt the conflict in Sudan and to preserve its sovereignty unity and territorial integrity.
International cooperation to address instability drivers in the Horn of Africa including terrorism climate change and forced migration was affirmed. Activities of the African Union Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Development Centre in Cairo were supported. Egypt’s planned participation in the African Union Support Mission (AUSSOM) was noted.
Energy and the green transition were central topics at the summit. The parties declared their intention to cooperate in the transition to low-emission and climate-resilient economies and agreed to pursue joint initiatives in solar and wind energy. Under the Nexus of Water Food and Energy (NWFE) framework strengthening grid infrastructure and developing carbon capture technologies were foreseen.
The EU announced it would mobilize up to 5 billion euros in investment for Egypt’s green energy transition through the European Sustainable Development Fund Plus (EFSD+). The parties will develop new energy projects under the Trans-Mediterranean Energy and Clean Technology Cooperation Initiative (T-MED).
The parties reaffirmed their commitment to the Paris Agreement and the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. They stated that efforts would be made to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support circular economy practices. Joint action on food and water security was agreed upon and the EU confirmed its support for Egypt’s water security within the framework of international law. Cooperation on the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam was emphasized to be conducted in accordance with the principles of “do no harm” and “prior notification.”
The statement addressed migration management based on the principles of shared responsibility and burden-sharing. The EU commended Egypt’s efforts to host refugees and asylum seekers and renewed its support of 200 million euros for the 2024–2027 period. Egypt’s National Refugee Law enacted in 2024 was noted as being compatible with the 1951 Geneva Convention.
The parties agreed to enhance cooperation in addressing the root causes of irregular migration combating human trafficking and migrant smuggling. Legal migration pathways will be developed under the EU–Egypt Skills Partnership. Coordination on border management search and rescue capacity and technical cooperation with Frontex will continue.
The parties announced the launch of negotiations to establish an EU–Egypt Security and Defence Dialogue. Capacity-building activities are planned in the areas of maritime security counterterrorism cybersecurity and combating organized crime. The cooperation arrangement signed in 2025 between Europol and the Egyptian Ministry of Interior has entered into force and similar agreements with Eurojust and the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) are under negotiation.
The first aid package for the Egyptian Armed Forces under the EU Peace Facility is set to be implemented and the second package is currently in the evaluation phase. The parties will continue their co-chairmanship within the Global Counterterrorism Forum (GCTF).
The Egypt–European Union Summit was held in Brussels on 22 October 2025. At the summit, the parties agreed to deepen cooperation in political, economic and security areas. Agreements were signed including financial support of 4 billion euros for Egypt. The ceasefire process in Gaza, energy cooperation and migration management were the main agenda items during the talks.
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