Latest in Tag: Al-sisi Highlight
Latest in Tag: Al-sisi
Security forces announce another Muslim Brotherhood plot is foiled
State TV announced Saturday evening plot by prominent Muslim Brotherhood leader Khairat El-Shater against regime foiled
Al-Sisi greeted in Germany by storm of criticism
Merkel shaking Al-Sisi’s hand is shaking “the hand that tortures”, says German media, while demonstrations break out
Al-Sisi starts 4-day Europe tour
Egyptian president travelled to Germany Tuesday, will head to Hungary on Thursday
Al-Sisi takes part in Al-Bashir’s inauguration
The Sudanese president is indicted by ICC for genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes
Al-Sisi becomes less popular, nobody can bet on how Egyptians can change in future: Khaled Ali
Lawyer and left-leaning politician says the authorities’ crackdown on young revolutionaries aims to eventually take the teeth out of opposition to the regime
Al-Sisi’s Germany visit opens door for German investments: Businessmen
SMEs are important, as 90% of Germany’s economy depends on them, says Mashour
Saudi Arabian FM visits Egypt for first time
Sameh Shoukry discusses the situation in Yemen with Saudi counterpart
Notes from America: General Al-Sisi brought out the worst of Egyptians
By Ahmed Tharwat French political philosopher Alexis de Tocqueville (1805-1859) said: “In democracy we get the government we deserve.” He was, of course, talking about true representative democracy that produces leaders the people want and choose. The assumption here, however, is that people know what is good for them and they chose freely. The French philosopher was right …
A visit to Egypt before Tahrir
By Amr Khalifa Speaking of tyrants Nael Shama said: “A typical consequence of such a distorted mind set is the equation between personal criticism and disloyalty.” Though that particular article was penned in the summer of 2008, two and half years before the [25 January] revolution, it is such a penetrating deconstruction that will draw …
The people must decide on reconciliation with Brotherhood:ESDP leader
The party received huge donations from businessmen against the Brotherhood, says Abul-Ghar
EU consults with Egypt over changing ‘Neighbourhood Policy’
The European Union has no stance over the German parliament dispute with Egypt, says delegation’s deputy head
6 Mansoura University students sentenced to 3-7 years in prison by military court
Since last October, 184 students have been referred to military trial according to an Egyptian Commission for Rights and Freedoms (ECRF) survey
2014/2015: The year of Egyptian-Russian economic relations
The trade balance between the two countries is in various sectors; mainly in construction materials, tourism, fresh produce, and furnishings, spinning and textiles.
Egyptian-Russian economic rapprochement marked with wheat, LNG sectors
Russia sees Egypt as export destination after issues with EU following Crimea crisis, Egypt sees Russia as natural gas source
Haber’s messages prior to Al-Sisi’s visit to Germany
By Emad El-Sayed “Al-Sisi’s visit to Germany will not be an easy one.” This was my impression after meeting with a journalist delegation and the German ambassador in Cairo, Hansjörg Haber. Haber sent direct messages to Al-Sisi regarding the questions for clarification that he will face during his visit to Germany next month. The messages the …
Egypt, Yemen meet over Houthi situation
Egypt’s President Al-Sisi said security and stability must be maintained in Yemen
Should Al-Sisi cancel his visit to Germany?
Former foreign ministry official denounces “insulting” move after Bundestag President declared refusal to meet Egyptian president, while political party head disagrees
6 things that Egypt can do to boost tourism
By Thomas Doherty President Al-Sisi has repeatedly emphasised the importance of the tourism sector. The head of the Egyptian Tourist Authority Samy Mahmoud said he wants to target the Asian and Russian markets, and the former head of the Federation of Tourism Chambers Elhamy Elzayat has called for more investment in tourist infrastructure. Tourism will …
Will the parliamentary elections be held?
Some people may not remember that the parliamentary elections were supposed to take place in October 2014, but were postponed more than once, and we are now in May 2015. The new promise is that the elections will be held after Eid Al-Fitr, roughly three months from now. These continuous postponements have raised many questions …
Abu Trika: Bridging Egyptian polarisation or signalling a shift in attitudes?
By James M. Dorsey Few are able to bridge Egypt’s deeply polarising divide between supporters and opponents of the Muslim Brotherhood, following the 2013 military coup that toppled president Mohammed Morsi. Mohammed Abu Trika, Egypt’s most celebrated and storied football player, is proving to be either the exception that proves the rule or an indication …
Egypt’s anti-democratic trajectory
By Wael Eskandar What’s happening in Egypt now is beyond dangerous for those willing to think it through. At first glance, the overwhelming support for President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi caused observers to envisage a stable outlook towards the country’s future. After all, Egyptians are willing to endure dire economic conditions because of their trust in …
Chinese president invites Al-Sisi to WWII commemoration
Egyptian president held meetings with Armenian, Vietnamese, Russian and other heads of state during Moscow visit
Egyptian president in Moscow for Russia’s Victory Day
Al-Sisi to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin and other world leaders
Egypt retrieves 27 Ethiopians who were kidnapped in Libya
President Al-Sisi received the freed captives at Cairo International Airport
Removal of cotton subsidies trial postponed
Lawsuit demands cancellation of government’s decision to remove cotton subsides
Al-Sisi to visit Moscow for WWII commemoration
Egyptian-Russian relations have expanded to include nuclear energy cooperation
In Photos: Yemenis in Egypt turn calls for return home to Egyptian Foreign Ministry
Yemenis stranded in Egypt continued protesting their forced stay, this time at the Foreign Ministry. Since the start of Saudi-led military operations in Yemen they have been unable to return home. Scores of Yemeni nationals gathered outside the ministry’s headquarters Sunday, demanding the Egyptian authorities help facilitate their return to Yemen. Groups of Yemenis started …
United Nations Security Council: A flash of accountability?
Some consider the sudden show of accountability in Egypt’s political sphere has been contrived as a one-off display to aid Egypt’s bid to become a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. Amidst massive regional instability, the Al-Sisi administration is pushing to become recognised as key player for international security, and announced its candidature …
How much longer can Al-Sisi manage to manipulate Egyptian politics?
By Mohammed Nosseir People may think that authoritarian rule is an easy task. However, the truth is quite the opposite; it is a far more complicated undertaking than democratic rule. Whereas democratic rule is a collective work, in which responsibilities are shared among the President, members of Parliament, governmental institutions and others, authoritarian rule requires …
Sudan’s Al-Bashir invites Egyptian President to inauguration ceremony
Al-Sisi discusses trade with Sudanese Foreign Minister after the opening of a crossing between the two countries