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Egypt’s Al-Sisi, UAE’s Mohamed bin Zayed review latest regional, global developments
Al-Sisi affirmed Egypt’s keenness to strengthen relations with the UAE in various fields, and underlined the importance of increasing bilateral meetings to ensure constant coordination over the rapid developments witnessed by the region and the world.

48th OIC-CFM to kick-off in Islamabad on Tuesday
The session will address many topics and the activities of the OIC General Secretariat in implementing the resolutions adopted for various issues in the Islamic world, including the issue of Palestine and Jerusalem.

Egypt’s Acting Health Minister reviews development plan for Nasser Institute Hospital
The minister stressed the hospital’s importance to improve medical and treatment services in various disciplines

Poland’s President will visit Egypt soon to consolidate relations between two countries: Polish Ambassador
‘We are not advocates of war and all scenarios with Russia are possible,’ says Michal Labenda

Egypt’s Health Minister discusses bilateral cooperation with Zambian Ambassador
The Zambian ambassador thanked Egypt for providing logistical support to the health sector of his country

FM confirms Egypt’s keenness to advance bilateral cooperation with Pakistan
Ahmed Hafez — the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs — said that Shoukry praised the positive developments in bilateral relations between Egypt and Pakistan in 2021.

Egypt, Saudi Arabia hold political consultations
The Egyptian side was headed by Alaa Moussa — the Assistant Foreign Minister for Arab Affairs — while the Saudi side was headed by Sami bin Abdullah Al-Saleh — the Saudi Assistant Minister of State for African Affairs.

Egypt’s Health Ministry launches Oral and Dental Health Initiative in six governorates
The initiative detects and treats oral and gum diseases free of charge

Egypt’s Al-Sisi receives Ugandan Land Forces’ Commander to discuss bilateral cooperation
Kainerugaba conveyed the greetings and appreciation of Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni to Al-Sisi, praising the depth of relations between the two countries and the extended historical ties that unite them.

Egypt to launch phase one of project to automate university hospitals
Abdel Ghaffar said that all universities with hospitals are being developed, pointing out that the ministry is not interested in education only but rather in providing more medical services and providing the best for university-educated students.

Lebanon’s Maronite Patriarch visits Egyptian churches
Al-Rahi will visit some churches, monasteries

Egypt’s Ambassador in Moscow meets Egyptians that escaped Ukraine
This is part of the efforts made by the embassy over the past weeks to open safe crossings to evacuate citizens stranded in the cities of Kharkiv, Sumi, Kherson, and Mariupol.

Egypt records average of 788 daily coronavirus infections last week: Health Ministry
The ministry stressed that all its procedures are conducted in accordance with the guidelines of the World Health Organisation (WHO), pointing out that the average daily death toll is 12.

Al-Sisi reviews development efforts in South Sinai in preparation for COP 27
Egyptian President was briefed on construction progress in New Administrative Capital, especially Military Academy

Egyptian Army Chief of Staff Receives Commander of Uganda’s Land Forces
Chief-of-Staff of the Egyptian Armed Forces, Lieutenant-General Osama Askar met on Saturday with Lieutenant-General Muhozi Kainerugaba, Ugandan senior presidential adviser on special operations and commander of land forces of the Uganda People’s Defense Forces (UPDF). General Kainerugaba has arrived in Egypt along with his accompanying delegation on Friday. The meeting dealt with many issues of …

NCW presents ‘Egypt’s Global Perspective: Women, Environment, & Climate Change’ on CSW66
‘Decent Life’ dedicates EGP 800bn to 58 million citizens, 50% of whom are women: Maya Morsi

Egypt, Singapore discuss bilateral relations, international issues
The meeting discussed ways of enhancing cooperation and coordination on climate in the coming period in light of Egypt’s presidency and hosting of the upcoming Conference of Parties on Climate Change (COP 27) in Sharm El-Sheikh this November in addition to means of bolstering cooperation in various fields of mutual interest.

Massive fire breaks out inside chemicals factory in Giza
The Public Prosecution’s office in Giza assigned officials from the criminal lab to examine the effects of the massive fire, and investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances of the incident and whether this is a case of arson.

Opinion| Polish ambassador in Egypt clarifies reality of racism on Ukrainian border
In response to this article, the Political Officer at the Embassy of Poland in Egypt, Batrosz Andrzejewski, extended an invitation to me to meet Poland’s Ambassador to Cairo Michel Labenda.

Egypt, Malaysia to hold 2nd joint committee meeting before November
At a press conference after the talks, Shoukry stressed the importance of his visit to Malaysia, as it represents a qualitative leap in bilateral relations on the political, economic, and cultural levels.

Ukraine crisis will affect Middle East due to high inflation: Arab League
According to a statement issued by the AL, Aboul-Gheit praised the efforts of the ESCWA and its keenness to strengthen cooperation with the AL to achieve the goals of sustainable development.

Hospital admission rate of COVID-19 patients decreases 52% in past 2 weeks: Health Ministry
Minister Abdel Ghaffar stresses Egypt has sufficient stocks of medicines, medical oxygen

47% of National Training Academy’s employees are women: Director
Women make up nearly 52% of total graduates, trainees in academy

Parliamentary elections crucial to Lebanon resolving current situation: AL
During his meeting with Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati in Beirut on Monday, Aboul-Gheit noted that the elections will contribute to stability, reunification, the formation of a new government, and the achievement of a breakthrough in cooperation with the International Monetary Fund.

Egyptian students evacuated from Ukraine apply to study in home country
Minister Nabila Makram stated that her ministry will continue receiving applications for two weeks.

Crew rescued after Lebanese cargo ship capsized off Alexandria coast
A report was released by the Alexandria Port Authority stating that the Lebanese cargo ship ‘AYLA’ sank while sailing from Libya to Alexandria, carrying a crew of 10 members, including nine Syrians and one Indian.

Nile Revenue Committee follows up on water situation
Irrigation Minister reviews purification process in canals, drains

Egypt’s Al-Sisi sends message to Malaysian PM to boost bilateral relations
Malaysia is first stop of FM Shoukry’s current Asian tour

Shoukry begins Asian tour including Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Pakistan
Ahmed Hafez, the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said that Minister Shoukry will meet with his counterparts and many officials of these countries to discuss ways to advance bilateral relations between Egypt and each of them in various fields.

Egypt, Lockheed Martin discuss cooperation in military production
Morsi stressed that his ministry’s primary role is to meet the demands of the armed forces and the police in terms of ammunition, weapons, and equipment, as well as civilian products and contribute to the implementation of national and development projects in the country.