UN adopts Egypt-drafted resolution to protect women’s rights from COVID-19 impacts
The voting took place during a meeting of the UN General Assembly Third Committee relating to a range of social, humanitarian affairs and human rights issues.
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Shoukry in Kuwait to deliver message from President Al-Sisi to Emir Sheikh Nawaf
Egyptian Ambassador in Kuwait, Tariq Al-Qouni, said that Minister Shoukry’s visit aims at confirming the close relations between Egypt and Kuwait, asserting the deep-rooted ties between the two peoples.
Egypt condemns shooting attack at Saudi Embassy in Netherlands
In a statement on Thursday, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry expressed its concerns and condemnation over the attack, adding that it is following up on the circumstances behind this “coward attack.”
Shoukry says terrorist acts in France are political, bare no relation to Islam
Le Drian says battle against terrorism is not being fought by France only, but by international community as well, praising Egypt’s counterterrorism efforts
Egypt condemns Israel’s demolition of Palestinian homes
The demolition in the village, which was located in the Jordan Valley, has caused the displacement of dozens of Palestinians, including children.
Egypt affirms keenness to interact effectively with peace, security challenges in Africa
Egypt concludes its presidency of African Union’s Peace and Security Council
Egypt’s FM tackles strengthening political and economic relations in Russia
Shoukry and Patrushev discuss issues of mutual interest. The Egyptian FM also met his Russian counterpart to discuss MENA developments
Egypt, Ukraine discuss boosting economic, commercial cooperation
Abdel Aaty presented to the delegation, headed by the Deputy Director of the Ukrainian President’s Office for International Relations Ihor Zhovkva, the favourable investment climate in Egypt.
African Peace and Security Council condemns transfers of foreign fighters to continent
The Council also said that decisive measures should be taken against countries that support terrorism and are involved in the transfer of foreign terrorist fighters to Africa, motivated by ideology and financial gains.
Egyptian-African standing committee convenes to follow up on relations
Meeting was chaired by Deputy FM for African Affairs Hamdi Loza and followed up on current and proposed Egyptian projects in several African countries