Latest in Tag: Egypt Highlight
Latest in Tag: Egypt

Planning for vacation? Here are 10 must-see destinations in Egypt
Egypt offers plenty of unmatched touristic destinations for everyone, giving unforgettable experience for its visitors. People should visit Egypt at least once in their lives.

Egypt, Jordan to facilitate customs procedures, stimulate intra-trade movement: Finance Ministry
An electronic link is being established between Nuweiba and Aqaba Customs

Egypt, UN commemorate 5th International Day of Remembrance, Tribute to Victims of Terrorism
The United Nations published on Sunday a touching letter from UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, to mark this occasion.

Egypt congratulates Tunisian government on accepting draft text of new constitution
The acceptance was based on the results of a country-wide referendum, which reflected the will of the Tunisian people and their aspiration to continue the progressive and prosperous track the country is on.

Egypt, Canada emphasise ‘NWFE’ programme as key enabler for climate action
The Canadian official was accompanied by Christopher MacLennan, Assistant Deputy Minister at Global Affairs Canada, and Louis Dumas, Ambassador of Canada to Egypt. Sherihan Bekhiet, Deputy Minister of International Cooperation to oversee cooperation with the Americas and Europe, also attended the meeting.

Egypt, South Korea cooperate on capacity building for public finance management
The three-year programme consists of capacity-building sub-programmes that will run till 2024.

Canada’s International Development Minister discusses aspirations to increase investments in Egypt
Shoukry stressed the remarkable development in bilateral relations between the two countries over the past years, which is reflected in the mutual keenness to consult on many regional and international issues of mutual interest.

Qatari investments on the way to Egypt
Negotiations between Qatar Investment and Development Authority, Egypt’s Sovereign Fund regarding stakes in Egyptian companies and renewable energy projects

Opinion| Egypt and the IMF: Where the current path began?
Over the last ten years, Egypt has been on a long and increasingly productive path. The country has enormous growth potential that could continue to be more socially balanced than in the past.

Egypt on its way to becoming regional centre for digital services: FEDCOC
He also hailed the efforts of President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi in inviting international companies to establish a presence in Egypt, along with fostering local manufacturing and localising industry.

EU offers €4m to support Egypt’s environmental efforts, green industry
EPAP provides innovative solutions to achieve green transformation

Egypt brokers ceasefire in Gaza
US President Biden thanked Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi and the senior Egyptian officials who played a central role in this diplomacy

Egypt participates in regional ministerial meeting on climate change and migration
During the meeting, Egypt’s Ambassador in Kampala Ashraf Sweilem stressed that Egypt — as the next president of the UN Conference of Parties on Climate Change (COP27) that is scheduled to be held in Sharm El-Sheikh this November — is working to mobilise international efforts to implement the outcomes of the COP26 and build on them with regard to climate change adaptation, mitigation, and mobilisation of climate finance.

Egypt categorically rejects Ethiopia’s unilateral filling of GERD in letter to UN Security Council
Egyptian state will not tolerate any violation of its rights or water security, Shoukry said in reference to Ethiopia’s GERD filling

Nigeria and Egypt test different approaches to tax digital economy
More tax revenues derived from the digital economy could help governments of African countries save their crumbling education and healthcare systems.

Industrial partnership between Egypt, UAE, Jordan to boost private sector: Madbouly
This came during a meeting with the Egyptian Minister of Trade and Industry Nevine Gamea on Sunday.

Egypt ranks 9th among world’s 17 most popular tourist destinations in 2023: Travel Awaits
Middle East24 reported the news, highlighting the increase in the number of tourists visiting Egypt with the resumption of tourism and travel worldwide, describing the country as one of the best tourist destinations, having cultural and historical attractions, besides its distinguished location. Egypt’s visitors can enjoy a tour in the area of Giza pyramids, in addition to the lovely atmosphere of the Nile River.

Egypt, Germany call for feasible solutions to climate change before 2025
‘We seek balance in dealing with climate change, maintaining Sustainable Development Goals,’ says FM Shoukry

Egypt, South Korea, Uzbekistan discuss ways to encourage tourist traffic
The meeting was held within the framework of the keenness of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities to diversify the tourist markets exporting tourism to the Egyptian destination.

Nile Dam Dispute: Egypt’s Al-Sisi, Biden reiterate need for agreement on filling and operation of GERD
Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi met with US President Joe Biden on Saturday in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Regarding Ethiopia’s Nile dam, President Biden reiterated US support for Egypt’s water security and to forging a diplomatic resolution that would achieve the interests of all parties and contribute to a more peaceful and prosperous region. The two …

Egypt enters sixth wave of COVID-19 pandemic, but everything ‘under control’
The vast majority of infections are being treated at home

Egyptian President Al-Sisi meets Biden for 1st time on sidelines of Jeddah Summit
Al-Sisi was received in Jeddah by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Egypt raises domestic fuel prices
Egypt’s Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources announced on Wednesday an increase in the prices of domestic fuel derivatives. “Egypt’s fuel pricing committee in a quarterly review raised domestic fuel prices by 0.50 Egyptian pounds (0.026 U.S. dollars) for 80-octane, 92-octane petrol and diesel, while 95-octane petrol was raised by 1 pound,” the ministry said …

Leaders of Egypt, Saudi Arabia hold phone talks on regional, int’l issues
Egypt’s President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi and Saudi Arabian King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud on Wednesday exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual concern in a phone call, said the Egyptian presidency. They also exchanged greetings on the occasion of the outgoing Muslim holiday of Eid Al-Adha. The phone conversation came three weeks after …

Egypt, UK launch participation council to enhance cooperation in economy
Ambassador Ahmed Hafez, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, explained that Minister Shoukry welcomed the open dialogue between Egypt and the UK on various topics of common interest, as well as the continuation of communication between the two sides.

Somalia marks 62 years of independence
Upon independence of Somalia in 1960, Egypt was among the first nations to recognize the nascent country.

India plans to build HAL Tejas fighter jet manufacturing line in Egypt
Besides offering Tejas Mk1A to Egypt, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited has also introduced its range of indigenous helicopters such as the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) and Light Combat Helicopters (LCH)

Egypt’s President Al-Sisi delivers speech on June 30th Revolution’s anniversary
Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi delivered a speech on the anniversary of the June 30th Revolution on Thursday. Al-Sisi said that Egypt overcame difficulties throughout its ancient history, “I am confident that it will overcome the current international crises and their local repercussions.” Speaking to the Egyptian people Al-Sisi said: “Your country is on the …

DR Congo 62nd Independence Anniversary: Remembering Africa’s Hero Lumumba
Before his assassination, Congo’s PM Lumumba asked Egypt’s President Nasser to protect his family. Egyptian government smuggled Lumumba’s young children to Cairo

Opinion| Egypt and Saudi Arabia in the face of Iranian escalation
Despite the importance of this tour to enhance cooperation between the countries of the Arab region, it is primarily considered the culmination of the efforts of Saudi Arabia to activate the axis of moderation and confront challenges in the Middle East, especially Iranian escalation, which entails increasing divisions in the region between the Sunni and Shi’a sects and supporting terrorist groups to achieve tenuous political gains.