Latest in Tag: Shoukry Highlight
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European countries urged to continue supporting Egypt against terrorism
Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry urged his British, French and German counterparts to assure their respective countries’ continuous  support of Egypt against terrorism. Shoukry discussed Saturday, via phone, the bilateral relations between Egypt and each country with his counterparts, in addition to an array of topics, most importantly terrorism and the nuclear deal between Iran and the 5+1 group, according to a statement from …

Shoukry discusses European Neighbourhood Policy in Beirut
The ENP was developed in 2004 with the objective of strengthening ties and means of cooperation between the EU and its neighbours

Kerry, Shoukry discuss preparations for strategic dialogue in July
Dialogue was put on hold for months after being first agreed upon in 2013

Success of Egypt’s democracy assessed by Egyptians: Shoukry
We do not interfere in the internal affairs of our neighbours or anyone else, Foreign Minister says

Shoukry reviews Arab conflict zones at Arab League meeting
Meeting was attended by Arab foreign ministers to discuss regional situation in preparation for Arab League Summit

Shoukry’s international tour tackles regional tensions
Foreign Minister visits France, Russia and China

Shoukry discusses Israeli-Palestinian conflict with Blair
Discussion included resuming peace negotiations between the two sides

British parliamentary delegation to meet Egypt’s FM
Foreign Affairs Committee members visit Egypt to follow up on 2012 Arab Spring report

Egypt concerned over Yemen situation
Al-Houthi announced new parliament and interim government Friday

Shoukry meets UN diplomat to discuss Palestinian issue
Robert Serry arrived in Cairo to discuss potential resumption of Palestinian-Israeli peace talks
Egypt takes issue with AU inclusion of Turkey, Qatar in Libya meeting
Foreign minister stresses AU must coordinate with Egypt before including non-African countries

Shoukry reaffirms trilateral cooperation between Egypt, Greece, and Cyprus
The summit’s objective was to develop a tripartite partnership in various fields including “promoting peace, stability, security and prosperity in the Eastern Mediterranean in all fields (political, economic, trade, culture, tourism)”.

Shoukry meets Syrian opposition delegation to discuss political solution to conflict
Results of Egyptian initiative for non-violent transition remain uncertain, says expert

Shoukry warns against sectarian and ethnic conflict during Bahrain summit
Egyptian foreign minister is on two-day trip to the Gulf country to discuss international security in Middle East

Shoukry calls for cooperation to combat terrorism in Middle East and Africa
EU counter-terrorism coordinator stresses EU’s “seriousness” in combating terror
Shoukry meets Saudi counterpart in Paris during European Tour
The tour will include several ministerial meetings

UAE lists Muslim Brotherhood, Ansar Beit Al-Maqdis as terrorist organisations
The new law makes specific reference to the Muslim Brotherhood, its international branches, and affiliated charities, like the Islamic Relief Organisation.

Shoukry in Addis Ababa for talks over Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam
Al-Sisi’s message emphasised the importance of strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries.

Shoukry meets British PM Cameron
UK expresses shared interest with Egypt to defeat terror, expresses concern for freedoms

Shoukry in London to discuss counter-terrorism cooperation
Foreign minister to discuss regional issues with UK counterpart

Libyan tribal leaders gather in Cairo for unity talks
Egyptian foreign minister meets Arab League envoy to discuss Libya’s political path

Shoukry meets EU human rights envoy ahead of review
Egyptian foreign minister stresses importance of building legal system based on equality

Egypt participates in international ISIS strategy meeting
Obama stresses there is no “quick fix” in military and ideological fight against ISIS
Shoukry receives Chinese envoy for Middle East
Two sides discussed need to bolster cooperation and encourage Chinese investment in Egypt

Shoukry meets Ashton and successor
Egyptian foreign minister discussed regional issues with Italian counterpart who is set to replace Ashton as EU High Representative in weeks

Shoukry discusses Gaza ceasefire and reconstruction with top OCHA official
The two sides also discussed the humanitarian conditions inside Syria and Iraq “amid the rising influence of terrorist organisations there”
Egypt discusses Libya and Yemen at the United Nations
Despite security threats, Egypt uses diplomacy to deal with situation in Libya, says Shoukry

Shoukry and Kerry discuss confronting terrorism
Foreign minister met an array of diplomats and officials on sidelines of 69th United Nations General Assembly in New York
Gaza talks to continue in October: Foreign Ministry
Palestinian reconciliation meetings continue in Cairo

Shoukry discusses the Middle East and terrorism in UN meeting
Half-solutions will not resolve the issue of terrorism, says Egyptian Foreign Minister