French President Emmanuel Macron called for "respect for individual freedoms" as he met with his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo on Monday.

French president Emmanuel Macron (C) visits the temple of Abu Simbel in southern Egypt on January 27, 2019. (Photos: VCG)

"Real stability depends on the vitality of society," said Macron. "Stability and lasting peace go hand in hand with respect for individual freedoms and the rule of law."

Cover image: French President Emmanuel Macron is pictured during his visit to the temple of Abu Simbel in southern Egypt on January 27, 2019.