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Egyptian President Al-Sisi laments passing of Ex-Defence Minister Tantawi
Egypt announces 3 days of mourning
Egypt, Libya discuss bilateral relations on sidelines of UN General Assembly
Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shoukry met, on Monday, President of the Libyan Presidential Council, Mohamed Al-Menfi, to discuss building on the momentum witnessed in bilateral relations between the two neighbours. The official spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Ahmed Hafez, said that the meeting dealt with the developments in the Libyan …
US abuse of drones in “war on terror” exposes hegemonic excess
A US drone strike in late August in the Afghan capital of Kabul supposedly targeting terrorists turned out to have 10 innocent civilians killed instead, including seven children. Amid a cascade of searing media reports, Commander of US Central Command Kenneth McKenzie on Friday admitted the horrendous incident, noting that it is “unlikely that the …
Egypt launches first insurance policy for expatriates
Egypt’s Minister of Immigration Nabila Makram announced on Monday the launch of an insurance policy for Egyptians working and residing abroad for the first time. According to a memorandum of understanding between the Immigration Ministry, the Egyptian Insurance Federation, and the Financial Regulatory Authority, the insurance policy will be optional for Egyptians abroad. Makram’s announcements …
German government has nothing to do with GERD construction: Ambassador Hartmann
German Ambassador praises Al-Sisi’s invitation to Israeli Prime Minister for bilateral meeting in Sharm El-Sheikh, describing it as ‘courageous’
Egypt is keen on employing, integrating SDGs in local policies: President Al-Sisi
Egyptian president stresses need to deal with 2030 Agenda from comprehensive perspective to achieve maximum benefit
President Al-Sisi asserts Egypt’s support for political solution to Yemen crisis
Egypt will spare no effort to help Yemen through its crisis, says Al-Sisi
30k Egyptians register for COVID-19 vaccination in 12 governorates within 5 days
Increasing trust in vaccination comes after ‘Together We Reassure… Register Now’ awareness campaign
France recalls ambassadors to US, Australia over submarine row
France has decided to recall its ambassadors to the United States and Australia for consultations after Canberra scrapped a deal to acquire French-designed submarines and decided instead to invest in U.S. nuclear-powered submarines. It is the first time in the history of France that such a decision was taken vis-a-vis these two countries, according to …
Finance Minister calls on small enterprises to register in e-commerce unit at Tax Authority
Mohamed Maait, Minister of Finance, urged owners of small and micro enterprises who engage in e-commerce activity to take the initiative to register in the e-commerce unit at the Egyptian Tax Authority, in order to benefit from the new tax incentives stipulated in the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Development Law. In a statement on …
Egypt’s FM Shoukry heads to New York to participate in 76th UN General Assembly
Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shoukry headed, on Sunday, to New York to participate in the high-level segment of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Ambassador Ahmed Hafez, the spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that Minister Shoukry’s visit will include participation in a number of events with the …
Egypt’s Foreign Minister calls for resuming negotiation between Palestine, Israel
Shoukry stresses Egypt’s position toward Palestinian cause
FDA approves first COVID-19 vaccine
Approval signifies key achievement for public health
Notable increase in water fall on Nile River’s upstream recorded: Irrigation Ministry
Supreme Nile Committee in permanent session to follow up on water situation
President Al-Sisi checks out development of National Authority for Social Insurance
Social Insurance Authority to develop system for pensions of members of artistic unions
Egypt follows investigations into death of national in Italy
Egypt’s Minister of Immigration Nabila Makram has stressed that the Egyptian government was following closely the progress of investigation into the death of the 30-year-old Egyptian citizen, Islam Eid. The Italian authorities had found Eid dead in front of a farm, about 4km from the Italian city of Lodi. Minister Makram contacted Eid’s family, who …
Egypt’s FM Shoukry meets ‘door-knocking mission’ ahead of travelling to US
Mission aims to promote investment, trade movement between Egypt, United States
US federal judge drops lawsuit against Egypt’s former PM
A US federal judge has dismissed the lawsuit filed by US citizen Mohamed Soltan against former Egyptian prime minister Hazem El-Beblawi. The US activist argued he was targeted for assassination, arrest and torture.in which the in Cairo from 2013 to 2015 at Beblawi’s authorisation. On Friday, a Washington DC court dismissed the case due to …
President Al-Sisi directs raising efficiency of road networks nationwide
Egyptian President follows up on projects implemented by Armed Forces Engineering Authority
Egyptian campaign to enhance public trust in COVID-19 vaccination materialises
Campaign starts in Sharqeya, with mobile COVID-19 vaccination clinics roaming all cities of governorate
Opinion | Why is Egypt postponing the war against Ethiopia?
I hope that Egypt will not be forced to engage in military action against brothers in Ethiopia, “not because Egypt is helpless, but because it is sane.”
Dominic Raab removed as UK foreign secretary in cabinet reshuffle
Dominic Raab has been removed as British foreign secretary as Prime Minister Boris Johnson carried out a reshuffle of his cabinet ministers, Downing Street confirmed on Wednesday. Raab will become justice secretary and also take up the role of deputy prime minister. International Trade Secretary Liz Truss has been appointed as the new foreign secretary. …
Security Council approves technical rollover for mandate of UN mission in Libya
The Security Council on Wednesday adopted a resolution to approve a “technical rollover” for the mandate of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) to allow more time for negotiations on a longer-term mandate renewal. Resolution 2595, which was unanimously adopted by the 15-member council, decides to extend the mandate of UNSMIL till Sept. 30, …
DR Congo Foreign Minister visits Sudan to mediate in GERD crisis
Ethiopia provides Sudan with false information regarding filling, operation of GERD, says Sudanese Irrigation Minister
Egypt welcomes UN Security Council statement on resumption of GERD negotiations
DR Congo Foreign Minister visits Egypt, Sudan to mediate in GERD crisis
Egypt’s Defence Minister witnesses activities of ‘Bright Star 2021’ military exercise
Zaki listened to a detailed explanation on the training activities, in the presence of all the elements participating in the training from various air bases, via video conference technology.
Opinion| Socialism defeats capitalism in the time of coronavirus
A few months ago, the question of the prospects for the return of socialism seemed ludicrous and irrational. Nevertheless, especially in the aftermath of the fierce battle of coronavirus, socialism has reappeared, even if it is in different forms than it was in the 19th and 20th Centuries. Indeed, the coronavirus pandemic made people hope once again …
Opinion| Socialism defeats capitalism in the time of coronavirus
A few months ago, the question of the prospects for the return of socialism seemed ludicrous and irrational. Nevertheless, especially in the aftermath of the fierce battle of coronavirus, socialism has reappeared, even if it is in different forms than it was in the 19th and 20th Centuries. Indeed, the coronavirus pandemic made people hope once again …
Opinion| Human rights and investment in the country’s growth
Today, no one can deny the unprecedented achievements in various fields at all levels in Egypt. The state would not have been able to overcome the coronavirus crisis, unless the political administration had carried out many reforms, in addition to investing in technology. Without the reforms that took place in Egypt during the last period, …
Egypt determined to improve lives of 58 million citizens within 3 years: President Al-Sisi
Egypt aims to achieve 7% growth over next 4 years, says Prime Minister Madbouly