Latest in Tag: MEXICO Highlight
Latest in Tag: MEXICO
Italy, UK, Mexico praise Egypt on repatriation flights
The Egyptian authorities helped in arranging several flights as part of efforts to repatriate foreigners in the country. The flight suspension was enforced at all airports in Egypt, as part of state efforts to control the further spread of the coronavirus.
In Mexico, ecotourism helps traditional agriculture survive
The people of the Mexican state of Oaxaca earn their living making pulque, a traditional drink made with Agave. But the beverage, considered sacred, is under threat. Ecotourism is part of the solution to save it.Project aim: Save the tradition of making pulque, a drink made from the sap of the agave, reclaim eroded soil …
Mexico: Lopez Obrador government to consider legalization of drugs
Mexico’s incoming president has granted his interior minister “carte blanche” to consider legalizing drugs. The new Mexican government has promised to respond to record-high violence with a package of judicial reforms.Mexico’s new government is set explore the possibility of legalizing drugs, as part of a policy to tackle the violent crime that grips the nation, …
Round of 16: Brazil faces Mexico in special Latin American clash, Belgian Red Devils aim to continue strong start against Japan
Brazil will face Mexico on Monday at Cosmos Arena within the 2018 World Cup’s round of 16. It will be a special South American encounter, promising an interesting performance from both teams. Brazil qualified for the round of 16 after leading Group E with seven points, gained from two wins and a draw. The Samba …
Joachim Löw puts faith in Julian Draxler ahead of Mexico clash
The intrigue continues to swirl around the German camp in Vatutinki as the world champions prepare to start their title defense against Mexico in Moscow on Sunday. But one question appears to have been answered.”We’ve not yet finished our considerations,” teased head coach Joachim Löw, in discussion with German public broadcaster ZDF on Saturday. But …
Several dead after shooting at prosecutor’s office in Mexico
A new shooting in Mexico’s Caribbean region has left several people dead.
Ford to scrap $1.6 billion plant in Mexico as Trump targets General Motors
Ford has said it will cancel plans for a new plant in Mexico and instead expand a facility in the US.
In interview following victory, Trump promises deportation of 3 million immigrants
Speaking about recent protests in the US following his election win, Trump said that they are being incited by the press
Egypt to compensate families of Mexican victims in 2015 bombing
Eight Mexican tourists were killed in the western desert after being mistaken for terrorists
What Donald Trump said about Mexico
Donald Trump has scheduled a surprise meeting with Mexico’s President Enrique Peña Nieto on Wednesday. Here are six of the most controversial remarks Trump made about the US’ southern neighbor.
World Bank facilitates talks between Egypt, Sudan, Ethiopia
Water ministers of the three countries are visiting the US to gain knowledge about the Colorado River
Line messenger app shares soar in IPO
Priced high to begin with, Line shares shot up even further in value in its first day of trading. The chat app’s emojis have made it a hit in Asia, and investors seem confident that it’s success will spread.
Mexico flies grain into Oaxaca as state reels from teacher protests
Mexico has delivered food to the state of Oaxaca as protests strangle parts of the country. Several people have died in clashes with police, and roadblocks have disrupted the transport of essential supplies.
Investigation into death of 8 Mexican tourists still ongoing: Foreign Ministry
Independent investigative bodies are currently handling the issue, awaiting final result, says ministry spokesperson
Mexico ‘unsatisfied’ with Egypt’s efforts in investigation into killing of tourists
Last September, Egyptian security forces announced the killing of 12 members of a tour group in the Western Desert after mistaking them for terrorists
Tourism federation pays $420,000 in compensation to families of killed Mexican tourists
The tourists and four Egyptians were killed on 13 September 2015 during a trip to Bahariya oasis, located in the Western desert, after they were wrongly identified as terrorists
Mexico accepts Egypt’s blame on tourism company for the attack in September
Secretary of Foreign Affairs says company should have taken better precautions
Mexico approves first dengue fever vaccine
Mexico is the first country to give the go ahead for 40,000 people to receive a new vaccine to prevent the deadly disease. Twenty-two thousand people die from dengue fever every year. Mexican health authorities gave French pharmaceutical giant Sanofi approval on Wednesday to sell its breakthrough anti-dengue fever vaccine in the country. Health officials …
Rosberg siezes F1 Grand Prix championship in Mexico
Rosberg also got the best time in the race on lap 67 after he completed it in 1:20 minutes.
Shoukry assures Mexico of coordination on investigations into tourists’ deaths
Foreign Minister met Libyan Parliament’s chairman to discuss Palestinian situation during Arab Foreign Ministers’ meeting in New York
Mexico demands reparations for airstrike victims
Mexican Foreign Ministry summoned Thursday Egypt’s Ambassador to Mexico to discuss compensation and investigation process
Egypt defends ‘mistake’ killing of 12 tourists
Government says the tourists were in a prohibited part of the desert and promises “maximum punishment” for company
Overseas corporate corruption still a major problem
Cross-border corporate bribery is still a largely unresolved issue, Transparency International has concluded in a fresh report. Germany, it said, was among only few nations actively combating corruption. Transparency International (TI) said Thursday that about half of the 41 signatories to the OECD anti-bribery convention had been doing “little or nothing” to fight growing levels …
Mexico fires national team coach Miguel Herrera
The Mexican Soccer Federation has sacked national team coach Miguel Herrera after allegations he assaulted a journalist. Herrera, nicknamed “El Piojo” was famous for his energetic sideline persona. Mexican national team soccer coach Miguel Herrera was fired Tuesday amid allegations he punched a TV journalist who had been critical of his performance. The 47-year-old Herrera, …
Joining forces to meet the challenge of climate change
By James Moran, EU Ambassador in Egypt Climate action day was on 17 June. Voltaire said “Men argue. Nature acts.” When it comes to climate change, now more than ever we need to take a leaf out of nature’s book and act together. The international community is working for a new global climate deal in …
World Cup 2014 – first knockout stage produces dramatic performances
The round of 16 has been played out and it did not disappoint, five out of eight ties went to extra time
World Cup 2014 – Goals galore in Brazil
The first week of the World Cup has produced some fantastic football; Daily News Egypt gives you a roundup of the best moments
Ancient Egypt still draws crowds
The international exhibition attracts a large audience in Mexico
Egypt seeks to strengthen ties in Latin America with visits to Honduras, Venezuela, Mexico
Numerous official meetings urge Latin American countries to invest in, support post-referendum Egypt
France, Mexico demand answers over US spying
After new spying allegations leaked by former US security contractor Edward Snowden.