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He also stressed the importance of strengthening African solidarity to address global crises and safeguard navigation, trade, and energy and food security.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; color: #333333;\">The President welcomed the African Union\u2019s selection of \u201cWater\u201d as this year\u2019s theme, emphasizing the need to respect international law in managing transboundary rivers in a manner that ensures mutual benefit and sustainable development.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; color: #333333;\">He renewed Egypt\u2019s commitment to supporting the unity and stability of African countries and its readiness to continue serving as an active development partner. 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