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President Al-Sisi receives letter of support on GERD from Congolese counterpart
President Al-Sisi expressed his appreciation of the DRC’s support regarding Egypt’s access to River Nile water, and said that Egypt welcomes all cooperation with fellow African countries, including access to the huge potential and rich resources available across the continent.
Egypt’s Irrigation Ministry starts preparations for 3rd Cairo Water Week
Attendees at five-day conference will take part in numerous sessions on variety of sub-themes related to water security
UN peacekeeping chief urges member states to pay contributions
“When peacekeeping incurs delays in the payment of contribution, those who are affected primarily are troop and police contributing countries,” he said.
UK PM considering national restrictions to contain coronavirus spikes
The plans being drawn up will be stop short of a full national lockdown as seen in the spring when Britons were told to “stay at home”, Sky News reported.
EU unveils new action plan to tackle racism
“Change must happen now. It won’t be easy, but it must be done. We are going to work harder on this. We won’t shy away from strengthening the legislation if needed,” EU Commission VP said.
Moscow ready to work with Washington on equal basis: Lavrov
Lavrov said the issue of Russia’s alleged interference in U.S. internal affairs still occupies one of the dominant places in Washington’s policy.
AU calls for solidarity with South Sudan against COVID-19 challenges
Egypt pledged further medical support for South Sudan to combat the Hepatitis C and B viruses, as well as COVID-19
Egypt’s General Intelligence frees abducted Egyptians in Libya
The GIS has also repatriated the freed nationals in cooperation with the Libyan security authorities, according to the state-run Middle East News Agency.
Egypt’s political parties see internal disputes over parliament elections
Al-Wafd Party members decide to meet on Thursday to look into participation in National List
Egyptian expats abducted by traffickers in Libya return home
Egypt’s General Intelligence Service (GIS) freed the expats who were abducted in Bani Walid in southwestern Libya in cooperation with Libyan security
White House staffer tested COVID-19 positive was not ‘near’ Trump
“It was not anybody that was near me,” Trump said at a press conference.
Egypt’s Irrigation Minister, French MP Mbaye discuss GERD dispute
French official looks into possibility of France playing role in current GERD negotiations
Al-Sisi warns Egyptians against ‘traitorous’ campaigns
Negative opinions aim ‘to bring down homeland’, despite state measures in the interests of citizens, President says
Al-Sisi inaugurates higher education institutions in Alexandria
Whilst Egypt’s education reform programme has not reached final stages, country’s higher education system is improving, Al-Sisi says
Political solutions must be sought in Eastern Mediterranean: Shoukry
Greece and Cyprus can count on Europe’s full solidarity regarding protecting their legitimate sovereignty rights, says EU chief
ECOWAS chairman calls for early resolution to political crisis in Mali
Akufo-Addo, who is hosting his 1st summit since assuming office as ECOWAS chairman, said circumstances in Mali “require an urgent closure to the matter.”
4 killed in military helicopter crash in southern Philippines
Philippines authorities said bad weather may have caused the aircraft to crash. There was a strong gust of wind followed by a heavy downpour
Japan’s newly elected Prime Minister Yoshide Suga picks cabinet lineup
Suga was elected by both chambers of Japan parliament, winning 314 votes in powerful 465-member lower house and 142 votes in the 245-member upper chamber.
Taliban key commander among 10 killed in Afghanistan
Security forces would continue to pursue the Taliban insurgents in Obe and its vicinity to stabilize peace and security there.
Egyptian member in UN’s ECOSOC body re-elected for 2021-2024
Ezz El-Din won 49 of total 54 votes in elections held on 14 September
UAE, Israel, Bahrain sign deals formalising ties in White House ceremony
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the foreign ministers of the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain signed the accords, marking a prominent geopolitical change in the Middle East.
Russia offers help in COVID-19 vaccine distribution in Egypt: Ambassador
‘We believe vaccine will be ready for public use in Russia by October,’ says Ambassador Borisenko
Shoukry meets Greek counterpart amid East Mediterranean tension
Egypt’s Foreign Minister stressed country’s interest in cooperation with both Greece and Cyprus
Court of Cassation upholds 3-year sentence for Mubarak-era Information Minister
In July 2020, the Court of Cassation ordered El-Sherif, who held office under former President Hosni Mubarak, to be held in custody pending the hearing for an appeal he filed against a three-year prison sentence.
Court upholds ex-minister Garana’s acquittal in tourism company licences case
Garana, who held office under former president Hosni Mubarak, stood accused of issuing licences for the establishment of tourism companies, which stood in violation of ministerial regulations.
Arab consensus on Palestinian Cause unaffected by latest developments: Abo El-Gheit
Middle East will not witness real stability or security without two-state solution in Palestine, says Arab League Secretary-General
NEA to open door for parliamentary election candidacy on 17 September
Applying for upcoming elections will start on 17 September
Egypt’s COVID-19 infection rate reaches 967 per million: CAPMAS
Death toll due to coronavirus are higher in men than women, says Egyptian study
Al-Sisi, Armenia FM agree to face external threats to regional stability
Two sides exchanged views on regional updates, including Libya, Syria, Lebanon, and Palestinian cause
Egypt extends full support to Saudi-led coalition in Yemen to deter Houthis
Cairo has repeatedly stressed need for ceasefire in ongoing Yemeni conflict