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Egypt, Bahrain, Jordan hold tripartite summit
The meeting also addressed enhancing the efforts of joint Arab action

Egypt’s Nile Revenue Committee follows up on water position, rainfall over river’s source
The irrigation minister reviewed the position of purification works of canals and drains and the readiness of lifting stations

Egypt, Belgium discuss strengthening cooperation on climate change, green transformation
This comes in the framework of substantive and logistical preparation for the 27th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on climate change (UNFCCC -COP27) next November.

Egypt hosts meeting of Joint Military Committee in Libya
5+5 Committee agrees on mechanism of disbanding militias, calls for reopening oil fields

Al-Sisi, King of Bahrain discuss Gulf summit, bilateral relations
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expected to visit Egypt on Monday

Egyptian-Emirati relations are pillar of stability in Middle East: President Al-Sisi
Also in attendance were Minister of Defence and Military Production Mohamed Zaki and Maryam Al-Kaabi — the UAE’s Ambassador in Cairo.

Foreign Ministry participates in 8th world conference for young parliamentarians
During the opening session, Loza delivered a speech on behalf of FM Sameh Shoukry in which he stressed the importance of the conference as an important platform to highlight the contributions and voices of young parliamentarians towards many contemporary issues and challenges.

Egypt reiterates support for D8
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Wednesday 15 June — the 25th anniversary of the founding of the organisation — Egypt said that it has always attached great importance to the role played by the organisation in strengthening cooperation and solidarity among its member states.

Foreign Minister confirms Egypt’s firm position in supporting rights of Palestinian people
They also discussed ways to create the necessary environment to push the peace process between the Palestinian and Israeli sides as soon as possible, said Ahmed Hafez — Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Egypt’s President speech at opening session of 25th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum
At the outset, allow me to extend to His Excellency, President Vladimir Putin, my sincere congratulations on the silver jubilee of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. Since 1997 when it has been held for the first time, the forum has become a leading platform for the business community and a remarkable economic event that seeks to discuss the key economic issues facing emerging markets and the world.

Egypt’s Al-Sisi, European Commission chief discuss cooperation in energy sector
EU to provide Egypt with €100m aid package to face repercussions of global food crisis

Health Minister launches initiative for early detection of lung, colon cancers
Minister Abdel Ghaffar inspects several health facilities in Alexandria

Food security and water security go hand-in-hand: Study
Study suggests water may be key to addressing hunger in low, middle-income countries

Aswan Forum reflects Egypt’s keenness to advance joint African Action Agenda
The forum’s third session is an important stop in the lead-up to the COP 27

UN Human Rights Council praises role of family during COVID-19 pandemic
Ambassador Ahmed Ihab Jamal El-Din, Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva, said that the statement, which received support from various geographical regions, stressed that states are obliged to take specific measures to ensure the widest support and protection of this social institution and to strengthen its unity, sustainability and preservation.

Al-Sisi postpones electricity price increase for third time
President inaugurates Animal and Dairy Production Complex project in Sadat City

Opinion| Will Egypt be the locomotive of the African economy?
Egypt seeks to become the locomotive of the African economy. It operates on two levels; the first is to localize and develop basic industries, and the second is expanding into new markets. Therefore, Egypt currently seeks to expand its exports into the African market, through the application of a package of logistical facilities and shipping procedures, especially with the promising opportunities that the African market enjoys.

Egypt’s Health Ministry provides important tips to avoid heatstroke
Egypt is facing a heatwave this week, with temperatures exceeding 40° Celsius

Al-Sisi, Latvian FM discuss consequences of Russian-Ukrainian war on global economy
In a statement, Presidential Spokesperson Bassam Rady said that the president stressed Egypt’s keenness to strengthen cooperation and bilateral relations with Latvia and maintain coordination on political issues of mutual interest.

We will not forget role of Egypt in liberation of Angola: Ambassador Nelson Cosme
Egypt will represent Africa, expresses aspirations of continent to face negative impacts of climate change during COP27, says Angolan ambassador

Court sentences man to death over murder of Alexandria priest
Public Prosecution says convict was psychologically stable

Addis Ababa willing to resume talks over GERD: Ethiopian official
In February, Ethiopia began producing electricity from GERD

Al-Sisi stresses pushing forward political process in Yemen
Egyptian President affirms strong relations between two countries

UK, Egypt celebrate their green partnership with announcement of new climate agreements ahead of COP27
British Ambassador to Egypt, Gareth Bayley, said: “Today is a celebration of the UK and Egypt’s flourishing ‘green partnership’. With 150 days to go till COP27.”

EU proposes deal to import natural gas from Egypt and Israel
The European Commission has proposed an agreement to import natural gas from Egypt, and Israel Reuters reported on Friday. This comes as part of EU bid to reduce energy reliance on Russia following the Russian-Ukraine war. The draft agreement proposed to EU member states is still subject to changes and needs approval from the governments …

Ethiopia defeats Egypt 2-0 in African Cup of Nations Qualifiers
Egypt has suffered an unexpected defeat losing 2-0 to Ethiopia in the African Cup of Nations 2023 qualifiers, on Thursday. Egypt felt the full impact of Mohamed Salah’s absence as they slumped to a shock 2-0 loss to Ethiopia at the Bingu National Stadium in Lilongwe, Malawi on Thursday. Egypt’s team disappointed sports fan in …

Egypt’s PM arrives in Mogadishu, attends Somalia’s president inauguration
Egypt’s Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly arrived in the Somali capital Mogadishu, on Thursday, for the inauguration of Somalia’s new President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. He was received by his counterpart Mohamed Hussein Roble. Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud received Egypt’s Prime Minister and praised the historical Egyptian role in supporting Somalia since its independence in 1960. …

Abdel Aty highlights Egypt’s water challenges during Tajikistan conference
Minister attends Dushanbe Water Conference in Tajikistan

FM Shoukry reviews Egyptian climate priorities in upcoming COP27
During his visit to Germany, Shoukry met members of Group of 77 and China

Ethiopia’s GERD: Damming water in unstable terrane!
Several scientists, engineers have voiced concerns over Ethiopian Dam’s structural integrity because of its location in active tectonic region