Latest in Tag: US Highlight
Latest in Tag: US

US, China, EU, G7 main potential tourists export countries for Egypt: EJB
These countries have effectively managed to spread vaccination against COVID-19, says Mohamed Kaoud

US repeats condemnation of Tigray atrocities
âWe ask international partners, especially African Union, to work with us to address crisis in Tigray,â says Antony Blinken

US optimistic on Egypt economy, keen to tap into opportunities: Ambassador Cohen
Egypt possesses abundance of land, sunny weather, and strong winds, making it prime location for renewable energy projects: Jonathan Cohen

US, Egypt share diplomatic solutions to enhance regional stability: Ambassador Cohen
Both nations have great deal in common when it comes to diplomatic engagement as well: Cohen

Egyptâs agricultural exports to US rise 22% to $220m in 2020
US agricultural exports to Egypt also increased 23% to $2bn last year

US to designate Yemenâs Houthis as terrorist group, despite humanitarian concerns
“Designations aim to hold Ansarallah (Houthis) accountable for its terrorist acts, including cross-border attacks threatening civilians,â Pompeo said

Washington DC mayor extends public emergency for 15 days as Capitol chaos leaves 4 dead
Confrontations between law enforcement officers and protesters have caused injuries from both sides. At least 4 people have died around the Capitol area

World leaders react to US Capitol chaos, call it attack on democracy
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg expressed his shock saying “The outcome of this democratic election must be respected.”

Egyptian president, US treasury secretary discuss bilateral cooperation, regional issues
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi also highlighted the vital role the Egypt-US partnership played in achieving stability in the Middle East region.

US/Israel-Iran tensions rise on anniversary of top Iranian generalâs assassination
Washington blames Iran-backed militia for regular rocket attacks on US facilities in Iraq. However, no known Iran-backed groups have claimed responsibility.

Iraqi Shia leader warns Iran, US not to involve Iraq in their conflict
“I call on Iran to distance Iraq from its conflict, and I warn the [US] occupier against continuing its conflict … Iraqis are not a party to the conflict.”

US removes Sudan from âstate sponsors of terrorâ list
“The congressional notification period of 45 days has lapsed and the Secretary of State has signed a notification stating rescission of Sudan’s State Sponsor of Terrorism designation is effective as of today (December 14),â the embassy said in a statement.Â

What does US-brokered normalisation deal between Morocco, Israel mean for related parties?
Major Islamist groups in Morocco reject Rabat’s plan to normalise relations with Israel

US policies towards Palestine-Israel conflict to remain unchanged under Biden: Arab League
âArab Spring has weakened many countries in region, giving rise to Iran and Turkeyâs imperialistic tendencies,â says Arab League Chief

Egypt, US officials inspect USAID-funded wastewater treatment plant in Rod El-Farag
Since 1986, US has invested $243m to expand Central Cairo Water System, says Ambassador Cohen

US Navy Under Secretary reaffirms US-Egypt military partnership
Slavonic expressed US support for Egyptâs efforts to monitor and secure its extensive coastline and combat smuggling, trafficking, and piracy.

US elections show deep divisions at home, reasoned diplomacy abroad
US President-elect calls on Trump supporters to give him chance, and to turn page on what he described as “grim era of demonisation”

Biden wins 290 college electoral votes to clinch White House
Biden, who was Vice President under incumbent US President Donald Trumpâs predecessor, Barack Obama, secured, on Saturday, 26 electoral votes of Pennsylvania and Nevada, giving him a total of 290 college electoral votes, way more than the 270 votes he needed to win, several media outlets reported on Saturday.

Trump claims ‘major fraud’ in US elections as vote-count continues
Over 100 million voted early by mail or in person in highly contested, often fiery election

Sudan signs agreement with US to restore sovereign immunity
Agreement is part of US pledge to remove Sudan from list of states sponsoring terrorism

Egypt, US have a close economic and strategic relationship: Keith Krach
U.S. Undersecretary of State Keith Krach visits Egypt to promote secure telecommunications networksÂ

US invests $21.8bn in Egypt over past 12 months: Trade Minister
Gamea also said there have been tangible developments in trade relations between Egypt and the US, as the volume of trade exchange during the past year reached $8.618bn compared to $7.53bn in 2018.

AmCham in Egypt, Greece, and Cyprus agree to promote trade with US
The MoU will promote the development of trade, investment, and business relations between their members and the US.

Khartoum welcomes US intent to remove Sudan from terrorism listÂ
Egypt hopes US move will mark beginning of new horizon for Sudan towards prosperity

US welcomes first Sudanese Ambassador to Washington in almost 25 years
There are significant ongoing efforts, close cooperation with US to remove Sudan from list of terrorism, says new Noureddine Sati

US has provided over $100m to conserve monuments across Egypt: US Ambassador
Egyptâs antiquities are important part of countryâs heritage, and an important asset in creating jobs and income, said Jonathan Cohen

US provides over $1bn to improve Egyptâs agricultural productivity, marketabilityÂ
Egyptâs International Cooperation Minister visits USAID projects improving Luxor farmers climate resilience, boosting water, food securityÂ

Ethiopia hires US lobby firm amid Nile dam dispute, domestic tensions
Last week, US State Department announced it would cut $100m in foreign assistance to Ethiopia, in response to unilateral filling of GERD

Egypt’s QIZ exports to US amount to $12bn in 2005-2019: Nevine Gamea
34 companies join QIZ agreement with EGP 1bn investments

Asphalt contributes to urban reactive air pollutants: US studyÂ
Emissions from road-surfacing material may exert greater impact as urban areas expand and climate change increases temperatures