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IFAD supports rural poverty alleviation in Egypt since early 80s, through 14 developmental programmes worth $1.1bn
Egypt is IFAD`s largest recipient of financial assistance in the Near East and North Africa and was one of the first countries to receive the Fund’s financing

Whoever seeks to obstruct Beirut blast investigation is not innocent: Lebanese veteran diplomat Massoud Maalouf
Whoever seeks to obstruct Beirut blast investigation is not innocent: Lebanese veteran diplomat Massoud Maalouf

EU follows GERD negotiations closely, believes agreement needed: Ambassador
‘We welcome launch of Egypt’s National Strategy for Human Rights, we are ready to help in its implementation,’ says Christian Berger

Hollywood seems to stereotype ethnic races especially if those from Arab culture: Ahmed Ahmed
Egyptian-American actor Ahmed Ahmed features in several international films and TV shows, and establishes himself in stand-up comedy scene

Bank ABC Group’s acquisition of BLOM Bank Egypt to conclude 1Q 2022, subject to regulatory approval: CFO Brendon Hopkins
Deal to triple Bank ABC’s market share in Egypt, says Hopkins

After historic record in Tokyo 2020, Egypt prepares for next Olympic Games in 2024: Sports Minister
President Al-Sisi’s continuous support for athletes is great motivation to win titles in various competitions, says Ashraf Sobhi

Cairo-New Delhi trade exchange grows to $1.10bn in Q1 2021, despite COVID-19 impact: Indian Ambassador
Discussions between both countries are ongoing to explore possibilities of launching joint ventures, technology exchange in defence sector, says Ajit Gupte

Tunisia going through most challenging period since 2011: Constitutional Law Association chief
Kais Saied’s decisions are not ‘coup’, but the emergency state should end quickly, says Hamrouni

Ethiopia disrespects international law by violating succession of states in respect of treaties principle: Legal expert
Time frame for GERD talks is necessary to reach final agreement, says Nourhan Moussa

Egypt is vitally important for expansion in emerging markets: Citibank
Citi sees Egypt as a very important and critical country among emerging markets, Rizwan Shaikh, Head of the EMEA Emerging Markets Corporate Banking at Citi has told Daily News Egypt. Shaikh also said that, as a result, the bank is looking to invest to grow its business in the Egyptian market. He noted that …

French-Egyptian Business Forum to be held in November at SCZone: Business France
France is currently Egypt’s 8th largest foreign investor, aims to be in top 3, says Director of Business France Egypt Phillipe Garcia

Total Egypt-US trade exchange recorded $7bn in 2020: US Embassy Minister Counsellor for Economic Affairs
Major US infrastructure trade delegation to visit Egypt in spring of 2022, says Jonathan S. Fischer

US military, economic assistance to Egypt reach $50bn, $30bn since 1978, respectively: Ambassador Cohen
US supports negotiated solution between Egypt, Ethiopia, and Sudan over GERD dispute

Holding Libyan elections on time almost impossible: Ambassador Ibrahim Grada
Outputs of Berlin II Conference celebrated language of consensus without real mechanisms, says Grada

Egypt’s Senate commences fulfilling its obligations under clear jurisdictions: Ahmed Diab
Zed Sports University to be launched soon, Zed FC investment strategy centred on youth teams, says CEO

Egypt plays key role in ensuring regional stability, sustainable development: Spanish Ambassador
Egypt, Spain currently negotiate 2 agreements to cooperate on criminal matters, extradition: Ramón Gil Casares

Egypt will be economic gateway to MEA region: Thai Ambassador
Egypt-Thailand relationship goes beyond economic cooperation, says Ambassador Puttaporn Ewtoksan

Smart building ability to adapt reduces energy consumption: 365 Ecology Founder
365 Ecology currently working on strategic plans aligned with Egypt’s Vision 2030 for efficient use of natural resources, says Osama Bekhit

Egypt’s sports tournaments attract foreign investments, boost country on international stage
Sports tourism is fastest growing segment within the travel industry today, says Hussam Nabil

Interview: CPC a model for true embodiment of people’s aspirations, says Egyptian party chief
The CPC is a vigorous mass popular party that has managed to embody all the aspirations of its people

European democracy can’t be achieved in Egypt rapidly: French Ambassador
France making significant efforts to boost Egypt’s development: Ambassador Romatet

saib Bank targets over 50% growth in retail banking portfolio during 2021
Personal loans represent 48% of bank’s total loan portfolio, while auto loans stand at 15%, says Amr Nossair

Ukraine’s foreign policy in Mid-East, Africa places top priority on cooperation with Egypt: Deputy FM Senik
Both countries have vast opportunities for developing cooperation in aerospace industry, energy sector, agriculture, logistics, and port infrastructure: Dmytro Senik

NCW’s 2021 priorities to be economic empowerment, financial inclusion for women: Maya Morsy
NCW is going to work on 2 main components of awareness raising and training especially in economic empowerment, protection from violence

Africa Finance Corporation directs investment into transport, logistics, renewables in Egypt: Sameh Shenouda
I am very keen to support AFC by diversifying geographically and doing more in Africa, says Shenouda

Egypt to witness several technology breakthroughs in next 4-5 years: Ericsson
Six in ten smartphone users have clear positive attitude towards role 5G could have played during COVID-19 crisis

Most shipping lines reported volume increase in Q3, Q4 2020 despite COVID-19: Transmar
With world economies disrupted, neighbouring countries turned to Egypt as stable, reliable source of goods

Egypt reviews industrial, commercial laws to improve business environment: Trade Minister
State has not, and will not, delay in providing support to production sectors, particularly exports, says Gamea

Egypt to provide industry map soon as largest investor guide: MP Mohamed Elsallab
Elsallab’s electoral campaign depends on supporting education reform, considering it as Egypt’s national project for the next 10 years.

80% of Wealth, Personal Banking customers registered online: HSBC Bank Egypt COO
Over 2m transactions performed since January 2020, representing total value of more than EGP 400bn, says Sherif Aref