Hey Amigos! 👋 Big news from Cairo! Leaders from Egypt, Türkiye, Iran, and more gathered at the 11th Summit of the Developing Eight (D-8) Organization for Economic Cooperation, and the vibes were all about unity and tackling major Middle Eastern issues. Let's dive in! 🌊
A Call for Peace and Cooperation 🤝
Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi kicked off the summit by highlighting the tough challenges the region is facing. From the ongoing conflicts in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria to economic struggles, he emphasized the need for collective action. \"The global landscape is dominated by conflicts and wars,\" he said. Time to turn the tides? 🌅
Iran's Stand Against Aggression ✊
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian didn't hold back! Marking the first visit by an Iranian president to Cairo in 11 years, he called on D-8 countries to take concrete steps to end aggressions in the region. \"We should stand together,\" he urged. Unity is strength, right? 💪
Türkiye's Vision for Reconstruction 🛠️
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan focused on rebuilding efforts, especially in Syria. He stressed the importance of adapting to global developments and creating strategies for recovery from crises. Plus, he gave a shoutout to Azerbaijan, welcoming them as a new D-8 member. Expanding the squad! 🎉
Embracing Solidarity and Youth Empowerment 🌟
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto brought in the spirit of teamwork. \"We must put aside our differences and work as one force,\" he declared. The summit wasn't just about politics; it also centered on empowering youth and boosting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) under the theme \"Investing in Youth and Supporting SMEs: Shaping Tomorrow's Economy.\" Future-focused, much? 🚀
Voices From the Region 🗣️
Leaders like Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati also joined the conversation. Mikati called for support in Lebanon's reconstruction, questioning, \"Is it right to talk about economic cooperation while aggression on Lebanon, Syria, and Gaza continues?\" Tough questions need brave answers! 🧐
What's Next? 🚀
With the D-8 expanding and leaders calling for unity, there's hope for new strategies to tackle regional challenges. Could this be a turning point for Middle Eastern cooperation? Stay tuned, Amigos! 🌐
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Leaders from Egypt, Türkiye, Iran address Mideast issues at D-8 summit
cgtn.com
