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Abraaj Group to make EGP700m bid to acquire Amoun Pharmaceuticals
The company also announced Sunday its intention to acquire 100% of shares of Bisco Misr Company.

Ministers of Agriculture, Industry to discuss needs of spinning, weaving companies
Government moves to save the textile industry in view of governmental failure to recognise huge losses incurred
HOG Energi regassification boat to arrive in Ain Sukhna Port in December
The arrival of a regassification boat owned by Norwayâs HOG Energi has been delayed to December so that shipments of liquefied natural gas (LNG) may be received in its place. LNG will be imported over the coming years in order to provide for the needs of power stations according to Chief Executive of the Egyptian …
US extends âlateâ invitation to Egypt for African summit
Invitation comes after Egypt reinstated to the African Union
Libyan-Egyptian truck traffic to be halted
Egyptian authorities declare state of emergency around Libyan border, truck traffic to be halted

Rise in occupancy to 70% in Red Sea, 55% in South Sinai after German travel warning lift:Tourism minister
Occupancy in tourist accommodations rose after travel warnings lifted in the European market

Government officialsâ reports on telecommunication sales tax conflict
No additional taxes to be announced within the coming period, Finance Ministry official
Bleak outlook for Egyptian ceasefire initiative as Gaza conflict continues
IDF resumes airstrikes after brief pause, rocket fire continues from Gaza

Donât shoot I hoot
By Philip Whitfield Letâs remind ourselves of the central challenge Egypt faces: the population explosion and its consequences. We know Greater Cairoâs 22 million will be 40 million in 10 years. In 30 years Cairoâs population will be greater than the entire United Kingdomâs. Unless something dramatic happens â and I imagine it will â the …

Israel and Saudi Arabia: Forging Ties on Quicksand
Distrust of the US and questions about the reliability of the US as an ally have persuaded Saudi Arabia and Israel to go public with their tacit alliance
Hierarchical restructures next step for Finance Minister: Official
Amr Badawi nominated candidate to handle the hierarchical restructures file, says official

101 Morsi supporters given 3 years imprisonment
Alleged Brotherhood members convicted of blocking roads, vandalism
Arab League demands protection for Gaza
Egypt and Kuwait coordinate ahead of emergency Arab League meeting in Cairo

Gaza situation âdevastating and unpredictableâ: UNRWA
Four thousand families flee to UNRWA facilities; Hamasâs military wing sends unmanned aircraft to Israel

Deaths from cancer and heart disease climb
Because of political uncertainty, Egypt is struggling to address the issue on nearly every level, from “commitment to action to implementationâ, WHO officials say

Ramadan beneath the surface: Cinnamon baasto and gingered coffee
Ramadan provides an annual opportunity for restaurants to show off their best meals for the hungry fasting crowd. The food business thrives as customers line up to find a seat in dinner halls, fast food outlets and âshaaby chicâ kitchens.
But there are other establishments to choose from once youâre done with lengthy family dinners at home, local places only known by name and neglected by reviewers. We, a meat-loving Egyptian and a flexible vegetarian foreigner with a shared love of food, go on a culinary quest through the streets of Cairo to experience Ramadan beneath the surface.

Central African Republic: killings in the time of transition
Peace eludes nation in a rocky political transition
Settlement for Bianco factory reached after company pays fine, fees for licence amendment
The Industrial Development Authority (IDA) has begun settlement proceedings for a factory owned by Bianco Group of Integrated Industries, after the cabinet decided to approve “the issuance of new licences for the company, allowing it to increase its productive capacity for projects to produce steel billet, while maintaining the rights of the stateâ in its …

20.7% decrease in tourist arrivals during May: CAPMAS
Foreign tourists arrivals not expected to increase during the current year, Chairman of the Egyptian Tourism Federation Elhamy El-Zayat
Egypt to offer investment opportunities in Italy
The Minister of Investment is consulting with the Italian ambassador to increase the volume of trade and joint investments between Egypt and Italy

Luxor considers establishing EGP 22m plant to generate solar electricity: Governor
Plantâs capacity would stand at 2 MW

UN Security Council calls for Gaza ceasefire
Diplomats discuss Gaza crisis calling for return to November 2012 ceasefire

Post-Revolution, blasphemy convictions increase â and get more personal
Once reserved for public figures, blasphemy charges now levied between friends and neighbours out of ârevengeâ against âanyone who has different beliefs than that of the majorityâ, legal experts say

Do Egyptians deserve a better life?
By Mohammed Nosseir In principle, every citizen deserves a better life; why should people suffer if their lives can be improved? However, a better life wonât be dished out and served up on a golden plate. To lead better lives, citizens should not only work hard, they must abide by a number of values that …

Gazaâs heavy price
By Dr Cesar Chelala The new Israeli attacks against Gaza, which have already resulted in more than 100 deaths, will prove, once again, to be counterproductive. Violence against Palestinians will not diminish their rightful demands for freedom from occupation and for a normal, peaceful life. Why, then, if Gazans want to live in peace do they continue …
Speech of the Ambassador of Georgia HE Mr Archil Dzuliashvili
By HE Mr Archil Dzuliashvili The following is the speech given by the Georgian ambassador to Egypt on the occasion of the signing by Georgia, Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova of the Association Agreements with the European Union on 30 June 2014. I am honoured to welcome you today to celebrate the historic day for …

Conversation with Hassan Aziz, President of Egyptian Federation for Private Aviation
Federation hopes for 10% of total passenger traffic to and from Egypt by end of year

Egypt aims to boost wheat self-sufficiency
Wheat represented the largest single subsidy expenditure after fuel price support, which was unexpectedly cut at the start of July, increasing the prices of car fuel and natural gas by more than 70% and driving up food prices by 20% according to economists.

Abu Trikaâs bank account frozen for not paying taxes: Finance ministry official
Account freezing is âa normal step taken with anyoneâ, the official says

Egypt urges international action after Gaza mediation stalls
Armed forces sends 500 tonnes of food and medical supplies to Gaza as air strikes continue