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Egypt, WHO discuss mechanisms to reduce antimicrobial resistance
Abdel Ghaffar stressed the need to increase awareness campaigns among citizens about the dangers of excessive use of antibiotics without a prescription from a specialized doctor, as the excessive use of antibiotics reduces their ability to treat diseases.

Egypt, Jordan conclude military exercises ‘Aqaba 6’
The final stage of the training included the implementation of a joint operation to eliminate an armed terrorist outpost inside a border village, where the stage began with the implementation of airdrops for the Egyptian and Jordanian paratroopers with the aim of opening reconnaissance points to check information about the enemy, cut supplies and cordon off the village.

Irrigation Ministry highlights threats to Egypt’s water security before Senate
Egypt shows flexibility during Ethiopia’s dam talks

Shoukry in Senegal to participate in Dakar International Forum
Ambassador Ahmed Hafez, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said that the forum is being held under the auspices of Senegalese President Macky Sall and with the participation of ministers and senior officials from various countries of the world.

Pope Francis: Democracy seriously deteriorated due to populist politicians
Pope Francis visited the migrant camp on the Greek island of Lesbos, Sunday, to highlight the plight of refugees and call for their integration into Europe.

Arab League calls for more consultation with EU on Palestinian cause
“The meeting dealt with a number of issues of industry and regional concern to both sides, particularly in preparation for the sixth session of the Arab-European ministerial meeting, which is scheduled to be held in Cairo during the first quarter of next year,” the Arab League said in a statement.

Egyptian doctors abroad to participate in ‘Decent Life’ initiative
Makram asserted that the step came in response to the request of doctors abroad to participate in the national project.

Health Minister follows up on COVID-19, polio vaccination process
Egypt receives 600k doses of Johnson & Johnson, AstraZeneca vaccines

Al-Sisi promotes rights of people with special needs
TV, cultural works should highlight capabilities, creativity of people with special needs

Opinion| Abiy Ahmed: Will a Nobel peace laureate be wanted in The Hague?
Not long ago, Abiy was a “shining hope” for Ethiopia and the African continent as a whole. After he had come to power in 2018, he embarked on a series of ambitious reforms, released political prisoners, allowed opposition leaders to return home from exile, and, most impressively, concluded a peace deal with Eritrea, a fierce enemy of Ethiopia.

China issues white paper on its democracy
Over the past hundred years, the Party has led the people in realizing people’s democracy in China. The Chinese people now truly hold in their hands their own future and that of society and the country, said the white paper.

Iran seeks to control Straits of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab: Arab League
Stability of navigation in these straits is essential for global economy: Aboul Gheit

Oromo Front advances towards Addis Ababa
Ethiopia closes schools to support war efforts

Egypt explores water cooperation with 4 African countries
Water Minister meets his African counterparts during Planet Budapest conference

Al-Sisi visits Police Academy, witnesses admission exams
Egyptian President stresses need to continue developing capabilities of Police Academy to keeps pace with latest developments in security science

Bumper harvest of persimmons in south China
Gongcheng Yao Autonomous County in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in south China has seen a bumper harvest of persimmons. Click to find more!

China sticks to strict anti-virus policy as Omicron looms globally
Facing the challenge posed by COVID-19 Omicron variant, China says it will stick to its strict anti-virus policy, taking all necessary measures to eliminate infections before the new virus variant could wreak havoc.

Displacements in northern Ethiopia up relief needs: UN
The conflict in northern Ethiopia is increasing relief needs as it drives more people from their homes, causing a loss of livelihoods and access to markets, food and essential services, UN Humanitarians said on Friday.More than 9.4 million people live in the area under siege, at least 400,000 of them believed to be facing famine-like …

Int’l Day of Persons with Disabilities reminds world of their needs: Ashraf Marei
General Supervisor of the Egyptian National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) Ashraf Marei said on Friday that the International Day of Persons with Disabilities is an opportunity to remind the world of the requirements of these people and the importance of their role in society.The world’s observance of the International Day of Persons with …

Opinion| Consequences of US withdrawal from Middle East
This was reflected in the visit of Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Mohamed bin Zayed, to Turkey and his meeting with President Recep Erdogan, to end a decade of bloody and political conflicts

Egypt renews call for nuclear weapon-free zone in Middle East
The success of the work of the second session of the Conference would be reversed in general on the chances of success for the next review conference for the NPT.

Libyan court excludes Haftar presidential race
The judges of the Zawiya City Court declared the acceptance of the appeal against Haftar and excluded him from the list of candidates.

African App Launchpad Cup 2021 announces 3rd edition winners
Talaat pointed out that the conclusion of the competition represents the culmination of the tireless efforts over the three years since the launch of the presidential initiative “Africa for the Creativity of Digital Applications and Games”; highlighting the boom that has been achieved in programs and initiatives related to building digital capabilities at the Egyptian and African levels, despite the challenges posed by the pandemic.

21 million women examined within “100 Million Health” initiative
Egypt launches initiative for early detection of diseases transmitted from mother to fetus

Egypt, Cyprus discuss bilateral relations, regional issues
The two ministers discussed different bilateral cooperation and follow up the results of the Supreme Committee for bilateral cooperation between the two countries at the presidential level, held for the first time in Cairo last September.

Al-Sisi, Spanish PM discuss mutual cooperation, regional crises
Both leaders address Egypt’s efforts to confront COVID-19

Egypt participates in 8th Forum on China-Africa Cooperation
Ambassador Loza affirmed Egypt’s interest in developing cooperation with China in various fields and in promoting African trade and economic integration.

Shoukry participates in IOM meeting regarding COVID-19 impact on migration
Ambassador Ahmed Hafez, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said that Minister Shoukry’s speech addressed the repercussions of the Corona pandemic on migration flows and labour movements around the world.

No Omicron variant cases reported in Egypt, but we cannot block it: official
No plan to ban unvaccinated citizens from entering government institutions

Egypt, Finland discuss ways to enhance cooperation in education sector
Shawky presented the developments achieved by Egypt within the framework of the education system reform program, in addition to developing curriculum and training teachers.