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Latest in Tag: Osama Heikal

Egypt’s media has potential to be region’s most powerful: Osama Heikal
Journalists not prevented from seeking information, except in matters of national security where some restrictions may apply, says Minister of State for Information

Video| Osama Heikal speaks to DNE on media policy, information warfare
Minister of State for Information Osama Heikal spoke with DNE on plans to reformulate media policy, information warfare, and regaining Egypt’s soft power

Ministry of State for Information to upgrade work methodology: Heikal
The Supreme Council for Media Regulation grants licences to the private sector and monitors its work, with the National Press Authority (NPA) to monitor national newspapers, and the National Media Authority (NMA) to manage Radio and TV.

Egypt’s Ministry of State for Information launches “Tanmaya” initiative
Initiative aims to raise awareness on achieving UN sustainable development goals (SDGs), says Minister of State for Information Osama Heikal

Presidential staff donate 20% of wages to COVID-19 affected irregular workers: Osama Heikal
Heikal said the decision came after an initiative by the Presidency to support irregular workers whose incomes have been affected by the repercussions of the coronavirus.Â

Al-Sisi, Information Minister discuss ways to develop local media
Heikal presented his plan to develop local media in a way that ensures more openness to all political forces and spectra

The return of the Information Ministry will not impact the three media supervising bodies: experts
Media figures believe the ministry will have limited roles as all responsibilities are provided to three state bodies in accordance to the constitution

Osama Heikal reappointed as minister of information for the second time
The ministry’s main responsibilities are not yet announced with the presence of three state bodies overseeing press in Egypt

Parliamentary sessions will be publicised, but won’t be aired live: Heikal
Several parliamentarians praised decision, describing it as good step

Drafting a law to reconcile with brotherhood is impossible: Heikal
Head of the Media Committee Osama Heikal spoke during a press conference to reflect on the parliament’s achievements