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Shoukry begins foreign tour to promote cooperation
FM to deliver a lecture on Egypt foreign policy in Vienna
ACUD delegation to visit France, Austria to introduce NAC project
Delegation will highlight new efforts exerted by Egyptian state to establish urban communities worthy of Egyptian citizen under current political leadership, which seeks best for all Egyptians
Austria to stop offering driving tests in Turkish
Starting next year, new drivers in Austria will no longer be able to take their exam in Turkish, according to Transport Minister Norbert Hofer. The far-right politician claims the move is motivated by financial reasons.As Austria prepares a new version of its driving exam, Transport Minister Norbert Hofer announced on Saturday the test would be …
Shoukry heads to Germany, Austria for political, economic talks
Minister expected to meet counterparts, Bundestag members as well as Austrian chancellor on enhancing cooperation
Austria sends high-ranking delegation to China with a musical touch
Austrian leaders have undertaken a state visit to China aimed at boosting bilateral economic ties. The delegation also includes a 7-year-old musician who will play a violin used by the young Mozart.Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz and President Alexander Van der Bellen are to be received by Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday for political talks. …
Where are Europe’s best bathing sites?
Austria, Cyprus, Greece, Luxembourg and Malta offer the cleanest bathing waters in Europe, the European Union’s environment watchdog said Tuesday.The findings were based on tests of water quality in more than 21,000 beach, river and lake sites across Europe during 2016, including non-EU members Switzerland and Albania. The top five countries scored “excellent” ratings for …
Austrian defense minister announces new plans to strengthen border controls
Austrian Defense Minister Hans-Peter Doskozil has called for new measures to slow the flow of migrants into Austria.
Chatayev: The man suspected of the attack in Istanbul
A US Congressman says the Chechen Akhmed Chatayev is suspected of planning Tuesday’s attack in Istanbul. Chatayev had been arrested multiple times in Europe and was granted asylum in Austria.
New elections in Austria: The right decision
Constitutional judges in Austria unanimously agreed that holding a repeat presidential election will strengthen trust in democracy. They were astounded by inconsistencies in the handling of the ballots.
Ronaldo misses penalty as Austria frustrate Portugal in Paris
With both Portugal and Austria winless in the European Championship, both sides were looking to get off the mark in Paris, but Ronaldo’s penalty summed up Portugal’s night.
Hungary beats Austria, Portugal fails to beat Iceland at Euro 2016
On14 June, Hungary played against Austria at Euro 2016, with Hungary winning the match 2-0. The first goal was scored after 62 minutes by Hungarian player Adam Szalai. During the match, Austrian player Aleksandar Dragovic was suspended after receiving two yellow cards, posing a challenge for the Austrian team. Zoltan Stieber of Hungary scored …
Euro 2016: Hungary shock Austria
Coming off horrible seasons in the German first and second divisions, Adam Szalai and Zoltan Stieber made the difference for the Hungarians. They caught an uninspired Austria completely off guard, winning 2-0.
Against the law? Austria goes ahead with asylum cap
Vienna is also limiting the daily number of people transiting through to seek asylum in Germany to 3,200
Abu Soma expected to inject EGP 2bn-3bn in Egypt, next 5 years: CEO
The company behind its namesake peninsula is planning to open three new hotels in the next three years
‘We aren’t afraid’: Austrians answer Hungary’s Viktor Orban
Hungary’s prime minister told a press conference that Europeans fear the onslaught of refugees, Austrians disagree. They do agree, though, that politicians have failed to lead, reports Alison Langley from Vienna. Austrians have surprised perhaps even themselves with their open welcome to the stream of refugees knocking on their door. While neighbouring Hungary has erected a …
Suspects in Austrian migrant tragedy appear in court
A Hungarian court has ordered four men arrested over the deaths of 71 migrants found in a truck in Austria to be remanded in custody until 29 September . Police believe the suspects are part of a people smuggling gang
In Austria, Glorious Bastards bust Facebook haters
An invitation-only Facebook group named Glorious Bastards is taking down the social network's hatemongers. The vigilantes have already gotten one teenager fired from his job for an anti-migrant comment. The weeks-old group first drew attention when a 17-year-old apprentice at Porsche posted a comment under the picture of a young Syrian girl playing in a spray of water. The picture…
Al-Sisi meets 12 new ambassadors
President seeks fostering bilateral relations with different countries
Banks suffer as European shares tumble on Ukraine tensions
Banks took the most points off the FTSEurofirst 300, with lenders exposed to Ukraine and Russia falling sharply.
Egypt has repaid $700m to Paris Club: CBE
The Paris Club is comprised of 19 developed economies.
UN Golan force in crisis after Austria pullout, casualties
The move by Austria is “significant” because it provides such a large amount of the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) force
Concert gala at Cairo Opera House
Cairo Opera House holds a concert gala to showcase local talents