Washington, DC – US President Donald Trump stated that Egypt has been treated unfairly by Ethiopia. He affirmed that the United States intends to support a new dam project,
which he described as “small but very important.”
His remarks have sparked renewed interest in Egyptian-American relations and the issue of water resources in the region.
American statements regarding Egypt
During a press conference, Trump affirmed that Cairo has faced significant challenges regarding the water issue in recent years.
He indicated that his country is monitoring developments related to this matter
and understands its importance to Egypt.
He added that the United States views Egypt as a crucial partner in the region.
He also noted the US desire to support several projects that contribute to promoting development and stability.
References to the Ethiopia file
The US president addressed the issues surrounding the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) project.
Trump asserted that Egypt had been treated unfairly in this matter, without providing further details
regarding the nature of potential US actions or the mechanisms of anticipated support.
Water issues are among the most pressing concerns for Cairo, given their direct link to Egyptian water security.
This is particularly relevant amidst the ongoing debate surrounding the management of shared water resources in the Nile Basin.
Support for a new dam project
Trump indicated that the United States would help implement a new dam project, which he described as a “small and very important dam,”
without revealing the project’s location, its technical details, or the amount of funding expected for it.
No additional official details have yet been issued by the American or Egyptian side regarding the aforementioned project.
While observers are awaiting clarifications about the nature of American support and the goal of the project in the next phase.
