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Latest in Politics
Macron calls for “European strategy” at Munich Security Conference
It was Macron’s first time attending the MSC since he canceled his trip to the conference last year.
Shoukry represents Egypt in 56th Munich Security Conference
FM reviewed Egypt’s vision to solve regional issues
Egypt expects final agreement on GERD to be fair: Shoukry
US will propose a final draft to Egypt, Ethiopia, and Sudan within the coming week so every country will consider it before signing, says Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs
Coronavirus death toll hits 1,115, majority in Hubei
WHO officially named the new disease COVID-19
Cabinet legalised some 1500 churches in Egypt since 2017
In January 2017, the cabinet decided to form a committee for unlicenced churches in Egypt
Egypt heads G5 Sahel countries’ meetings, address Libyan crisis
Egypt has won the membership of the AU Peace and Security Council 2020-2022.
Security forces kill 17 militants in shootout in North Sinai
Militants were found in possession of arms, ammunition, explosive devices
75% of Egyptian students sit in overcrowded classrooms: AUC’ APS paper
Paper calls on authorities to reform General Authority for Educational Buildings
Health Minister proposes national family planning programme
Egypt has largest population in Arab world, third in Africa, and 14th globally
Egypt concludes rotational chair of AU with good records
Political pundits believe Egypt restores its position in Africa, enhances sustainable development
52,404 citizens registered in new health insurance system in South Sinai
Government promises to double expenditure on health in the new fiscal year
Shoukry in Washington in final bid to conclude GERD agreement
Last round of GERD negotiations in Washington on 28-31 January
US energy policy focuses on partnerships with other countries such as Egypt: US official
Egypt encourages foreign investments by opening channels for capital transfers, says CBE governor
Oscars 2020 Red Carpet: Diamond necklaces sparkle more than ever
From Tassele brooches to marquise-cut diamonds, tear-drop gemstones to jewel-encrusted chokers, these are some of our favourite looks from the 92nd Academy Awards.
Parliament approves amendments to Anti-Terrorism Law defining terror financing
Amendments were sent to State Council for reviewal
Amr Moussa meets with Hamdock on sidelines of the African Summit
AU Panel of the Wise to visit Khartoum to address sanctions
Irrigation Ministry, WFP discuss upgrading irrigation systems in Egypt
Egypt receives €25m grant from Dutch government for water resources management
Egypt combats terrorist attack in Sinai, kills 10 terrorists
Due to fire exchange with the terrorists, the Egyptian forces managed to kill 10 of them and destroyed a four-wheel-drive vehicle, which was used in the attack.
House of Representatives approves law amendments regarding protecting antiquities
Parliament transferred the draft law to the State Council to be revised
Coronavirus kills 813 surpassing SARS; China spends $4.5bn to combat epidemic
Chinese authorities announced that it has spent 31.55bn yuan ($4.5 bn) to combat the coronavirus, from an allocation of 71.85bn yuan, according to the official Xinhua News Agency.
Al-Sisi discusses international, regional issues with Guterres, Tebboune, Trudeau
The meetings touched economic cooperation, peace process, ending conflicts in Africa
Safety, Security issues top 33rd AU Summit in Addis Ababa
Al-Sisi called for establishing African joint task force to maintain peace in conflict areas, combat terrorism
Coronavirus exceeds SARS, killing 722 in China
First doctor to warn of outbreak dies, China to investigate
Arab Parliamentary Union discusses ’Deal of the Century’
No viable solution without the establishment of the Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital, says Al-Tarawneh
Al-Sisi arrives to Addis Ababa to participate in 33rd AU summit
On Friday, Egypt won membership in the African Union’s (AU) Peace and Security Council for 2020-2022
Israel kills 4 Palestinians at protests against Trump’s peace plan
US President Advisor Jared Kushner blames Palestinian president for violence
UN-AU Group of Friends officially launches to enhance intercontinental cooperation
The consultative forum was established to address issues of peace and security and development, in addition to strengthen the collaborative approach of the member states of the UN and AU.
Health Ministry announces plan for combating infectious diseases at schools
Ministry will provide informational posters encouraging health practices in educational facilities
Egyptian, Kenyen FMs discuss boosting bilateral relations at 36th AU summit
The meeting was on the sidelines of the 36th Ordinary Session of the African Union’s Executive Council on 6-7 February in Addis Ababa.
UNSC draft resolution condemns Trump’s Mid East Peace Plan
US is expected to veto the resolution