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Arab League in contact with Security Council to support Egypt, Sudan on GERD issue
Nothing wrong in Egypt and Sudan asking or support from various international parties: Arab League Assistant Secretary-General
Egypt prepares for Cairo Water Week scheduled for October
2021 conference will focus on water, population, and global change
Nile for Peace Initiative calls for legally-binding deal on Ethiopia’s dam
We met the Ethiopian ambassador in Cairo and assured him of the rights of the three peoples to the Nile waters: Kofi Kankam
Shoukry accuses Ethiopia of obstructing efforts to reach GERD agreement
Egypt firmly rejects Ethiopia dam’s second filling before reaching final agreement, says Shoukry
Egypt’s Al-Sisi asserts aspirations to develop cooperation with Pakistan
Pakistan’s Chief-of-Staff hails Egyptian experience in development
Egypt’s Al-Sisi receives high-level African judges
President expressed keenness to organise conference to support role of judiciary in Africa
Feasibility studies to establish Egypt-Sudan railway project completed: El-Wazir
Line will pass from Aswan to Lake Nasser with 6 km bridge to be constructed
Egypt, Portugal discuss ways to enhance cooperation between universities
Egypt to launch two remote sensing satellites in 2022
Egypt, South Korea discuss bilateral plans, investment opportunities for Korean companies in SCZone
During his meeting with the SCA Chairperson Osama Rabie, Hong stressed the Suez Canal’s importance and noted that foreign trade accounts for a large share in his country’s economy. He added that they rely mainly on maritime transport.
Cairo International Airport obtains AHA certificate, added to safe travel list
Certificate recognises effective precautionary measures that have been applied at Egyptian airports to combat COVID-19
Independent Teachers Union holds 4th general assembly, discusses education issues
Representatives from 15 governorates attended assembly, representing 15,000 members
Arab Foreign Ministers to meet at Egypt, Sudan’s request to discuss GERD developments
Arab League fully supports positions of Egypt, Sudan on controversial Ethiopian dam issue
Egypt sends official letter to UN Security Council regarding GERD developments
This is based on the Council’s responsibility in accordance with the UN Charter on international peace and security.
Egypt, UN discuss GERD, regional, international issues
The phone call touched on several regional and international issues, including the Ethiopian dam issue.
Higher Beaches’ Committee issues new licences for various national projects
Committee met on Wednesday chaired by Water Resources Minister
Egypt to attend Europe-Africa Space Earth Observation Forum
The theme of the forum, which will be held on 10-11 June, is space as an enabler for digital and green transitions, with Earth observation fostering sustainable development, new skills, and job creation.
UN review conditions of Egyptian migrants, travellers stranded due to COVID-19
Egypt’s Minister of Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Affairs Nabila Makram met, on Wednesday, with Elena Panova, UN Resident Coordinator in Egypt, and Tarek Al-Sheikh, UN Resident Coordinator in Kuwait.
Egypt’s Cabinet approves presidential pardon of prisoners to mark July Revolution
Interior Ministry regularly grants pardons to prisoners during religious celebrations, national occasions
Egypt to start production of Sinovac vaccine next week: Madbouly
Al-Sisi’s being granted Leader Award by Arab Parliament reflects significant position he enjoys in region, says Madbouly
Egypt’s Al-Sisi discusses GERD developments with Tanzanian counterpart
Two leaders agree to support negotiation path to achieve interests of all concerned parties, and preserve Nile downstream countries’ water security
Egypt, Sudan call for active intervention of international community on Nile dam
Two countries agree to coordinate to protect security, peace, and stability in region
Egypt, Poland discuss bilateral relations, regional issues
Meeting took place in presence of representatives from several Egyptian ministries, relevant state bodies
Egyptian school curricula will be available to expatriates under ‘Speak Arabic’ initiative
It comes as part of Egypt Vision 2030 to preserve Egyptian identity
‘Fustat Hills Park’ to raise quality of life in Greater Cairo
Project will ensure park is largest in Middle East
Egypt’s Al-Sisi phones Spanish PM over anti-illegal immigration cooperation
Both leaders also discuss developments in Palestine
Emigration Ministry holds sessions to enhance ‘Egypt’s Voice in Africa’ initiative
This comes as part of the ministry’s efforts to enhance the “Egypt’s Voice in Africa” initiative that forms part of Egypt’s efforts to restore its pioneering role in the continent.
Egypt, Japan discuss recent developments in Palestinian issue
During the conversation, the two ministers discussed ways to advance and develop cooperation relations between Egypt and Japan in many fields. This included discussions on the latest developments on the regional and international arena.
Egypt to locally produce COVID-19 vaccine by 15 June: Health Minister
Zayed voices surprise on UK decision to add Egypt to its COVID-19 travel red list
1.6 million new-borns in Egypt examined for hearing loss, impairment: Health Ministry
Total of 4,215 non-Egyptian children residing in Egypt were examined as part of ministry efforts
Egypt, Arab Parliament condemn Houthi massacre in Yemen’s Marib province
Egypt stresses importance of reaching comprehensive political settlement in accordance with agreed international references