The office of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi announced on Monday that a conference on the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip will be held in Cairo in November 2025.

The announcement came following a high-level summit in Sharm El-Sheikh, which brought together leaders from Jordan, Qatar, Turkey, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, and Canada to discuss ongoing efforts related to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

“The president stressed the importance of holding a conference in Cairo on the rehabilitation and reconstruction of the Gaza Strip in November 2025,” el-Sisi’s office said in a statement released Monday.

The Cairo-based event is expected to focus on mobilizing international support for the devastated enclave following months of aggression by "Israel" and the resulting humanitarian crisis.

France to play 'special role' in Gaza governance

The summit, taking place Monday afternoon, is co-chaired by US President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. Discussions are expected to revolve around reconstruction, governance, and the political future of Gaza.

French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will play a “special role” in the governance of Gaza, working alongside the Palestinian Authority, uon his arrival to Sharm el-Sheikh. 

“On governance issues, we will play a particularly important role,” Macron said from the tarmac. “Ensuring it (the PA) undertakes the necessary reforms for the future.”

He added, “France is ready and has already begun planning work. France will have a role in achieving lasting peace in Gaza.”

Macron emphasized France’s readiness to assist the Palestinian Authority in implementing necessary reforms. His comments reflect broader international discussions on post-war governance in Gaza and the potential role of external actors in stabilizing the region.

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