UNWTO expects 85% international tourist arrival downturn in Q1 2021 versus 2019
This would represent a loss of some 260 million international arrivals when compared to pre-pandemic levels.
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CBE Governor, South Korea Ambassador discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation
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IMF to upward revise global forecast for 2021, 2022
Georgieva said that in January, the IMF projected global growth at 5.5% in 2021, but now expects a further acceleration. This is partly driven by additional policy support, including the new fiscal package in the US, and partly because of the expected recovery, powered by the vaccine rollout for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in many advanced economies later this year.
After 6-day blockage, traffic in Suez Canal resumes as trapped ship re-floated
‘I thank every loyal Egyptian who contributed technically, practically to ending this crisis,” says Egyptian President Al-Sisi
Egypt opens first factory producing replicas of famed archaeological artefacts
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Egypt’s Suez Canal Authority successfully re-floats EVER GIVEN, resumes navigation
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Egypt inaugurates 1st archaeological replicas factory in Middle East
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321 vessels stuck at Egypt’s Suez Canal, all needed logistics provided: SCA Chairperson
Any premeditation in ship’s stranding ruled out, investigations to take place to clarify truth, says Osama Rabie
Egypt’s highly anticipated royal mummies parade set for 3 April
Parade will take place with great fanfare, before settling in new home at Fustat
Italy expects charter flights to Egypt tourism destinations in summer: ETPB
Italian delegation’s arrival in Egypt aims to enhance country’s image as safe tourism destination
Egypt Aikido Association head awarded Japanese Foreign Minister’s Commendation
The Japanese Foreign Minister’s Commendation is awarded to individuals and groups around the world who have accomplished outstanding achievements and contributions in promoting friendship between Japan and their respective countries.
Honna art exhibition showcasing women artists launched at Manial Palace
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1 in 3 women experience violence globally: WHO
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National Council for Women receives highest number of complaints/inquiries in 2020: Chairperson
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US Central Command official visits Egypt to discuss bilateral defence relations
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South Korea invites Egypt to participate in 2021 K-City Partnership
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India appoints new Ambassador to Cairo
Gupte joined the Indian Foreign Service in 1991. He has studied Mandarin, and has worked closely with China as Under Secretary (China) from 1995 to 1998, and during postings in Hong Kong 1998-2000) and Beijing (2000-2004).
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Egypt, Colombia discuss strengthening tourism, archaeological cooperation
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Egyptian Civilization Museum gears to receive royal mummies
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