EU-Arab League readies for first summit in Sharm El Sheikh

The EU-Arab League summit will bring together for the first time heads of state or government from both sides.

European Council President Donald Tusk will co-chair the meeting with Egyptian president, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. Tusk will represent the EU along with European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker.

Leaders from both sides will seek to strengthen Arab-European ties. They will also address a wide range of issues and common challenges such as multilateralism, trade and investment, immigration, and security.

The meeting is expected to commence the afternoon of Sunday, Feb 24, and end with a press conference the afternoon of Monday, Feb 25. It will take place in the International Congress Centre in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.