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Al-Sisi follows up on ‘Great Transfiguration Project’ in St. Catherine
Egyptian President inspects development plans within project
Cairo, London stress need to strengthen cooperation to face climate change
Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry, president-designate of the 27th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 27) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), and British Minister Alok Sharma, president of COP 26, met on Saturday in Cairo. Yasmin Fouad, Minister of Environment, ministerial coordinator and envoy of the conference, also joined …
What is the ‘Reviving Humanity Memorial Park’?
Designed by award winning Egyptian Designers, and 100% built by Egyptian Hands.
MP Abdel Hady Al-Qasby calls government to facilitate and support NGOs
This came after President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi declared at the conclusion of the 2022 World Youth Forum as the ‘Year of Civil Society’
Egypt’s ambassador to Italy passes away
The statement stressed that Roshdy was an example of the gentleness of creation and enjoyed the love and respect of all.
Egypt confirms readiness to help African countries face terrorism and extremism
The summit is being held under the chairmanship of Felix Tshisekedi, the President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and current chairman of the African Union.
Egypt sends tonnes of medical aid to Tanzania
Egypt has dispatched tonnes of medical aid to Tanzania under the directives of President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi, a statement by the Egyptian Armed Forces spokesperson Gharib Abdel-Hafez said on Thursday. Two military jets carrying tonnes of medical supplies from Egypt’s Ministry of Health took off from an east Cairo airbase to Tanzania. Abdel-Hafez added that the …
Egypt, DRC discuss water cooperation during WYF
Both sides discuss development project to connect Lake Victoria to Mediterranean Sea
UN reiterates need for Libyan elections to be held in June 2022
UN is working with Libyan institutions to get electoral process back on track as soon as possible
Health Ministry controls fire in National Hepatology Institute
Fire did not result in any injuries, medical services were not affected
Libya needs long-term commitment from development actors to rebuild health, water, and power systems: ICRC Libya Chief
‘We are working on master plan to repair sewage system in Benghazi to be announced by 2022-end,’ says Marti
Extremist organisations spread their ideologies through social media: ECCI
The warnings come amid restrictions imposed by European countries on these groups as part of the EU’s comprehensive strategy to counter terrorism and extremism adopted in 2020.
Egypt, DR Congo discuss boosting bilateral cooperation during WYF
PM Madbouly says relevant authorities will study proposed areas of cooperation
Egypt spends more than EGP 6trn to combat poverty since 2015: Al-Sisi
‘Fighting poverty was my primary goal when elected in 2014,’ says Egyptian President
Libyan delegation visits New Administrative Capital to learn about Egyptian urban development
Delegation tours projects being implemented in NAC, including tallest tower in Africa
Opinion| Capitol Riot: Election fraud and political money prelude US democracy’s collapse
One of the biggest challenges facing any democratic system is the refusal of political leaders to respect the results of elections and to hand over power peacefully. This is what we have seen at its worst in Trump’s refusal to hand over power and his public incitement of his supporters to storm the Capitol.
Opinion| Lebanon pays the price of Iran’s sins!
This is certainly what prompted Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati to say: “What Hassan Nasrallah said against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia does not represent the position of the Lebanese government and the broader segment of the Lebanese people. It is not in Lebanon’s interest to offend any Arab country, especially the Gulf states. By God, have mercy on Lebanon and the Lebanese and stop the hateful political and sectarian incitement.”
Cyprus earthquake felt in Egypt, five other countries
Earthquake may have aftershocks for 2-3 days
US supports efforts to regain momentum for Libya’s presidential election: Envoy
This came in a telephone call on Tuesday with the Head of the Supreme Council of State, Khaled Al-Mishri, where Norland confirmed the US’ support for efforts to restore momentum to the presidential and parliamentary elections, after they were postponed last December.
Health Ministry examines 60k newborns within early detection of genetic diseases initiative
Ministry has allocated 25 centres to treat genetic diseases for newborns
Al-Sisi stresses Egypt’s steadfast support for Palestinian cause
Egypt, Palestine leaders meet in Sharm El-Sheikh
Ethiopia: UN Secretary-General calls for immediate cessation of hostilities
Stephane Dujarric, the Spokesman for the Secretary-General, said in a statement that “the UN and its humanitarian partners are working with the Ethiopian authorities to urgently mobilise emergency assistance in the region, despite ongoing challenges due to acute shortages of fuel, cash, and supplies across Tigray.”
1 killed, 30 injured in Sudan’s street protests: police
During the demonstrations, 86 protesters were arrested and legal procedures have been taken against them, the police said.
Iraq, Jordan agree to build Basra-Aqaba oil pipeline
Kharabsheh said his Iraqi counterpart Ihsan Abdul Jabbar informed him of Iraq’s approval of this project and agreed to complete procedures necessary for signing the agreement, according to a statement by the Jordanian ministry.
Cameroonian police probe assault on three Algerian journalists covering AFCON
“We are also reaching out to the three journalists and wish them a speedy recovery. The safety of each and every individual attending the Africa Cup of Nations is a priority for CAF and also our partners, the Cameroon government,” the statement added.
Foreign Ministry opens capacity building course for French-speaking African diplomats
The course will be held in cooperation with the Institute of Diplomatic Studies and the Egyptian Agency for Partnership and Development and 23 diplomats and senior officials of 11 African sister countries: Namely Mauritania, Togo, Senegal, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Burundi, Comoros, Chad, Mali, Gabon, Burkina Faso, and Cameroon.
Health Ministry sends out free of charge medical convoys nationwide
Cases that need to undergo surgery are transferred to hospitals affiliated with ministry
UAE denounces Houthis’ hijacking of affiliated cargo ship in letter to Security Council
Ship’s crew consists of 11 people of different nationalities, including 7 from India
Egypt mourns death of 19 people in apartment fire in New York
The country also expressed sympathy to the families of the victims, wishing a speedy recovery for all the injured, and asserting its solidarity with the USA in this tragic accident, according to a statement by the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
GERD dispute will not be solved within one year or even five: Egyptian negotiator
Egypt’s GERD negotiating committee conducts over 300 meetings with 50 countries, says Al-Zawahiri