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Egypt interested in coordinating with India on climate issues: FM
Ahmed Abu Zeid — Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs — said that Shoukry stressed Egypt’s appreciation for India’s important role in the climate change negotiations.
100 finished-product factories to be offered to investors soon: Ministry of Industry
This will be possible through achieving integration between value chains in the Egyptian leather industry to reach a high-quality product capable of competing in the local and foreign markets. He stressed that the city is one of the most important specialized industrial cities designed according to the latest international standards, as the total investments that have been pumped into the city so far amount to about EGP 7.2bn.
Elsewedy Electric signs 3 contracts to establish EGP 2.2bn worth transformer stations in South Valley project
The company stated that the contracts shall be implemented within six months from the date of receiving the site. Of those contracts, two were signed with the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company, at a value of EGP 1.1bn.
Egypt’s Minister of Agriculture inaugurates Sahara Expo 2022
This year will witness the participation of 170 companies specialized in agricultural fields from 20 different countries. The exhibition will last for 4 days from 11 to 14 September, at Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC) in New Cairo and it is organized by “Informa Markets”, the leading organizer of exhibitions around the world.
Irrigation Minister stresses importance of scientific research in water sector
Minister reviews Egypt’s efforts to face limited water resources
Egypt hosts training course for military trainers of the African Peace Support Forces
The course was held by the African Union Commission in Cairo from 29 August to 9 September and included many lectures and discussions on the training of the military component of the African Peace Support Forces, the principles of international humanitarian law and human rights, and the protection of civilians during armed conflicts.
COP27 will be a turning point in international climate action: Egypt’s FM
The FM’s remarks came in the opening session of the Forum for Environment and Development 2022 that was held on Sunday under the theme of the ‘The Road to Sharm El-Sheikh.’ The forum was organised by the Arab Water Council (AWC) under the auspices of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Egypt’s FM meets with UN representatives, discusses COP27’s vision
Egypt will express Africa’s interests during the COP27: Egypt’s FM
Al-Sisi meets with high-level African judges
The president expressed his keenness to organise the conference to support the role of the judiciary in Africa
AU Commission Chairperson welcomes call by Government of Tigray for peaceful resolution of Ethiopian conflict
The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, welcomed the announcement by the Regional Government of Tigray of its commitment for a peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ethiopia, as well as its willingness to participate in an African Union-led peace process, according to a Sunday press release. The statement added that …
Egyptian President meets with Fortescue Future Industries over green hydrogen opportunities ahead of COP27
Dr Forrest said, “Egypt is on the way to becoming a global powerhouse in the green energy value chain and will be ready to show the world that at COP27.”
EAC, DRC sign agreement for deployment of joint regional force
DRC President Tshisekedi thanked EAC for the deployment of the joint force, saying that instability in his country has been ongoing for over two decades.
Nigerian economy shows upward trajectory despite strong headwinds: president
Buhari charged the national economic committee to look inward in addressing the issues peculiar to Nigeria.
King Charles III formally proclaimed Britain’s new monarch
King Charles III was formally proclaimed Britain’s new monarch at a meeting of the Accession Council at St James’s Palace on Saturday. Charles assumed the throne following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, on Thursday, aged 96. The accession ceremony introduced the new monarch to the country. In his declaration at the accession …
Egypt, India discuss strengthening bilateral relations, international issues
Ambassador Ahmed Abu Zeid, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that the two ministers discussed ways to advance bilateral relations between Egypt and India. It was agreed to strengthen the mechanisms of consultation and coordination during the coming period, including arranging bilateral meetings between the two ministers to be agreed on the timing in the coming weeks.
Funding gap for climate action estimated at $3trn annually: Mahmoud Mohieldin
Mohieldin added that it is unfair for developing countries to borrow and be burdened with more debt in order to fund the climate adaptation gap, which is only responsible, as a continent, for 2-3% of carbon emissions.
Presidential Pardon Committee announce release of 33 pre-trial detainees
The committee thanked the president for his continuous support in pardoning detainees
We need to think collectively to achieve development, social justice in Africa: Egypt’s PM
Madbouly added that the continent is full of diverse natural resources shared by multiple countries.
Al-Sisi discusses cooperation projects with Scatec and FFI
This came within the framework of the National Strategy for Generating Clean Energy
Britain’s new PM prioritizes economy, energy, health service
“I am confident that together we can ride out the storm. We can rebuild our economy,” Truss said in her first address to the nation as prime minister, outside 10 Downing Street.
Opinion|Antony Blinken defends Muslims of China and ignores Muslims of America
Indeed, the report said that these abuses may amount to “crimes against humanity,” but it did not describe Beijing’s treatment of the Uyghurs as “genocide.” In fact, this accusation was levelled against China by the US in early 2021 and has since been adopted by the legislatures of many other Western countries.
Opinion| Armed militias threaten the stability of Libya
The violent clashes that occurred a few days ago raised fears of a broader escalation, especially in light of the severe political division in the country. Therefore, Arab and western countries called for dialogue and de-escalation. These recent clashes come within the framework of the ongoing competition between the dismissed Dbeibeh government and the Bashagha government, which was appointed by the Libyan Parliament last February.
Opinion| Switzerland repositions itself as WW3 combatant
Those who cherish Swiss neutrality can kiss it goodbye.
Tony Blair at Egypt-ICF: Sharm El-Sheikh guidebook for just financing to identify Africa’s climate challenges
Tony Blair, President of the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change and former British Prime Minister said that the Sharm El-Sheikh Guidebook for Just Financing is a practical tool that identifies the challenges caused by climate change to leverage public and private sector finances to mitigate and adapt with them. This came on the sidelines …
Queen Elizabeth II: the end of the ‘new Elizabethan age’
When Queen Elizabeth II came to the throne in 1952, Britain was just seven years out of the second world war. Rebuilding work was still ongoing, and rationing key products such as sugar, eggs, cheese and meat would continue for another year or so. But the austerity and restraint of the 1940s was giving way …
Queen Elizabeth II: a moderniser who steered the British monarchy into the 21st century
Queen Elizabeth II reign was a delayed result of the abdication crisis of 1936, the defining royal event of the 20th century.
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II dies at 96
Born on April 21, 1926, Elizabeth II was proclaimed Queen after the death of her father, King George VI, on Feb. 6, 1952.
Egypt’s President receives call from Somali counterpart
Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi received a phone call from President of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Thursday. The Spokesman for the Egyptian Presidency said the Somali President reviewed the latest domestic developments in Somalia and steps taken to restore security and stability in the country and to overcome the various challenges it is facing, …
CIB participates in Towards COP27: African Regional Forum on Climate Initiatives
CIB, Egypt’s largest private sector bank, participated in the “Energy Access, Security, Stability, Just Energy Transition and Transport” roundtable where Dalia Abdel Kader, CIB’s Chief Sustainability Officer, contributed to the session.
Egypt’s Irrigation Minister discusses cooperation with WMO Secretary-General
Both officials addressed the international initiative to execute adaptive measures in the water sector