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Shoukry heads to Manama in official visit
The message also deals with coordination regarding all regional developments, in a manner that enhances the pillars of stability in the region and preserves the elements of Arab national security.
Ethiopia threatens to deploy ‘full defensive capabilities’ after TPLF forces advance
It was not immediately clear what the government’s plans are, although units from different regions have moved towards Tigray in recent weeks to support the army
US, Sudan agreed to encourage conflict parties in Tigray to cease fire
The two sides also discussed the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Tigray region and reports of the re-entry of Eritrean forces to Ethiopia, with its repercussions on regional stability.
Egypt, Italy discuss developments in Libya, Tunisia
Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shoukry received, on Wednesday, a phone call from his Italian counterpart Luigi Di Maio, to discuss a number of regional issues, especially the developments in Libya and Tunisia. The Italian minister briefed Shoukry on the overall results of his recent visit to Libya and his meetings with various parties …
Shoukry delivers solidarity message to Tunisia amid political unrest
During their meeting, Shoukry expressed Egypt’s solidarity and support to President Saied’s efforts to achieve stability and development in the brotherly country.
Egypt, Romania discuss boosting bilateral ties in different fields
During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations and ways to strengthen their ties in various fields, particularly in the areas of economic and trade cooperation, energy, education, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and cybersecurity.
Italy’s FM in Tripoli to address stability, institutional transition
The Italian Foreign Ministry said in a statement that Italy looks forward to the commitment of all Libyan parties with a view to achieving tangible progress towards holding elections on time, implementing a ceasefire and adopting a budget.
Egypt launches national report on combating terrorism for 2021
The report was prepared in coordination with the various ministries and state agencies concerned, highlighting the efforts of those authorities in confronting terrorist threats, and presenting the relevant national policies and practices.
Arab League, Algeria discuss preparations for upcoming Arab summit
Secretary-General of the Arab League, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, has held talks with Algerian Foreign Minister Ramtane Lamamra, which touched on various Arab and regional issues, as well as preparations for the upcoming Arab summit in Algeria. A statement issued by the General Secretariat of the Arab League, on Sunday, stated that the meeting comes within …
Egypt’s Al-Sisi stresses keenness to develop bilateral relations with Czech Republic
Ongoing efforts to sign cooperation agreement between Suez Canal Economic Zone and Czech side
Egypt, Algeria discuss bilateral relations, regional issues, Ethiopian dam
Lamamra affirmed that Algeria seeks to address the GERD crisis with a positive push, to help the parties to open up prospects for negotiation
Egypt condemns bloody attack on funeral in Iraq’s Salah Al-Din Province
Egypt extended its sincere condolences and sympathy to the government and people of Iraq, and to the families of the victims of the attack. It also expressed its sincere calls for a speedy recovery for the injured.
Egypt reviews efforts to combat human trafficking at UN
The event was organised by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), in cooperation with the Group of Friends United Against Human Trafficking, a group that Egypt co-founded.
Egypt, France discuss bilateral relation, regional issues
Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shoukry held a telephone call, on Thursday, to his French counterpart Jean-Yves Le Drian, during which they discussed a number of issues of common interest. The call dealt with the developments in Tunisia’s political situation, in light of the great interest the two countries attach to this issue. They …
Egypt to join statute establishing the African Medicines Agency
Abdel Khalek said, on Wednesday, that the new African body will play a pivotal role in promoting public health in the continent, whilst responding to diseases and epidemics.
Failure to reach agreement on GERD threatens half of Sudan’s population: Official
Blue Nile is international river shared by three countries, so agreement must be tripartite, says Yasser Abbas.
Egypt, South Sudan discuss bilateral relations, regional issues
Two sides agreed to hold round of bilateral political consultations during coming period
Najib Mikati to form Lebanon’s new government
New Prime Minister-designate obtained majority of parliament’s votes needed to form new government
Egypt’s President Al-Sisi, Jordan’s Foreign Minister discuss Middle East developments
Both agree to increase coordination between Egypt, Jordan, and Iraq in energy, electrical interconnection, and industrial projects
Sudanese soldier killed in border clashes with Ethiopian militias
Sudan’s military sources said that the country’s armed forces confronted Ethiopian militias and other forces during combing operations carried out inside Sudanese territory on Friday. The moves resulted in the killing of a Sudanese soldier.
Egypt President Al-Sisi orders government to increase public investments
Total public investments in FY 2021/22 amount to about EGP 358.1bn, says Finance Minister
Niagara Falls illuminated in Egyptian flag to mark 23 July Revolution anniversary
The world-famous Niagara Falls, located on the US-Canadian border, was illuminated in the colours of the Egyptian flag, on Friday evening, to mark the 23 July Revolution anniversary. The illumination in the Egyptian colours has taken place for the second consecutive year, at the initiative of the Egyptian Embassy in Canada Ahmed Abu Zeid, Egypt’s …
Egypt condemns Israeli violations of Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque
Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned, on Sunday, the renewed violations in the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound by Israeli extremists under the protection of Israeli forces. Ahmed Hafez, Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, affirmed Egypt’s complete rejection of the violations. He also recalled that Egypt has always warned against harming Islam’s third holiest site, which …
Egypt affirms keenness to advance strategic partnership with China
Chinese Foreign Minister asserts his country’s full understanding of River Nile’s importance to Egypt
Egypt, Russia discuss GERD crisis, prospects for settlement in Libya, Syria
Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, in a statement, that the two sides exchanged views on existing issues of developments in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. These discussions focused on the prospects for a settlement in Libya and Syria.
Amnesty International accuses Ethiopia of arbitrary arrests of Tigrayans nationwide
The move comes in the wake of the Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) regaining control, last month, of Mek’ele, the capital of the war-ravaged Tigray region.
Egypt pledges support for Hariri political path to restore stability in Lebanon
Hariri praises Egypt’s tireless efforts to mobilise international support for Lebanon at various levels
UAE officially opens embassy in Israel
Israel, UAE sign set of deals on tourism, aviation, and financial services, after normalising relations
Arab League, Greece sign agreement to strengthen joint relations
Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit received, on Tuesday, Greece’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Dendias at the headquarters of the pan-Arab organisation in Cairo. The two parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that reflects the depth of Arab-Greek relations, and the desire to advance and diversify the areas they deal with. According to …