The world needs alliance of its peoples against extremism and hate now more than ever, President Abdel Fattah al Sisi said.

During a lunch banquet held by King Felipe VI of Spain at the royal palace on Thursday, Sisi said cultural, educational and artistic ties between Egypt and Spain offer an environment conducive for promoting political and economic relations and setting up a trade partnership.

Spain's address at the Egypt Economic Development Conference, held last month in Sharm El Sheikh, underlined Egypt's regional role in the coming period to ensure the peace and stability of the Middle East region, the Egyptian leader said.

Egypt is steadily pacing toward the legislative elections to complete all state institutions, he said, adding that the country is racing against the clock to build a modern civil society that takes pride in its cultural heritage.

Sisi pointed out to former Spanish King Juan Carlos's role in developing Spain, saying he turned the resources-rich country to a modern model to follow.
Source: MENA