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International assistance not compatible with Egypt's efforts on migration governance: FM

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 - 03:36 GMT

The minister underscored that Egypt was facing increasing inflow of migrants who were fleeing conflicts, economic downturn, and climate change impact.

Israel rejects entry of UN Special Rapporteur to Gaza Strip

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 - 02:53 GMT

Egyptian foreign minister denounced the abstention of some countries to label the Israeli practices blatant violation of international law.

Egypt targets economic growth of 7-8% by 2027: Planning Minister

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 - 10:22 GMT

She noted that in spite of the anticipated economic growth deceleration in 2024 due to Middle East conflicts, the rate is projected to surpass regional average.

Egypt hosts 300K registered, 570K unregistered Sudanese refugees: UNHCR

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 - 09:42 GMT

Since the outbreak of the civil war in Sudan on April 15, 2023, 8.2 million have been displaced, including 1.8 million who fled to neighboring states.

385K micro enterprises in Upper Egypt receive funding worth LE1.17B

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 - 04:10 GMT

The funding was disbursed through 17 NGOs in Asyut, 16 in Sohag, and 15 in Qena.

Egyptian FM, UN Coordinator discuss quantity, types of aid needed by Gazans

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 - 01:37 GMT

Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shokry received Monday UN Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordinator for Gaza Sigrid Kaag.

Egypt, Norway express rejection to plans on Israeli military operation in Palestinian Rafah

Sun, 07 Apr 2024 - 02:16 GMT

Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shokry received Sunday a phone call from his Norwegian counterpart Espen Barth Eide.

Egyptian, Japanese FMs discuss Gaza crisis in phone call

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 - 01:37 GMT

Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shokry received Thursday a phone call from his Japanese counterpart Yoko Kamikawa.

Turkish companies investing in Egypt launch new factories

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 - 12:11 GMT

Chairman of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) inaugurated Tuesday the expansions.

Egyptian President Sisi takes 3rd term oath, details 7 priorities

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 - 01:19 GMT

"If it wouldn’t for the tremendous efforts deployed by the Egyptian people in the past years, the country could not have sustained the global challenges," President Sisi noted.

Egyptian government reveals figures on 'Forsa' targeting employment among monetary subsides beneficiaries

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 - 02:14 GMT

The programme is funded through a grant from the Norwegian government, and implemented in collaboration with the International Labor Organization (ILO).

Egyptian FM receives New Zealand counterpart to discuss investment, Middle East crises

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 - 01:44 GMT

Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shokry received Monday his New Zealand counterpart Winston Peters who is holding a visit to Egypt.

Egyptian, Iranian FMs confer over Gaza, Red Sea crises

Sun, 31 Mar 2024 - 01:53 GMT

Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shokry received Sunday a phone call from his Iranian counterpart Amir Abdel Lahyan.

In meeting with UK minister: Egyptian FM stresses importance of implementing Security Council resolutions on Gaza

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 - 01:30 GMT

Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shokry met Thursday with UK Minister of State for the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia, Commonwealth and United Nations Tariq Ahmad.

USAID funds socio-economic empowerment programme targeted at 150K Egyptian women

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 - 11:56 GMT

Those are residing seven governorates.

FM displays to U.S. delegation Egypt's role in maintaining regional security

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 - 01:03 GMT

Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shokry received Wednesday a delegation from the U.S. House Homeland Security Committee.

Fatah Movement delegation brief Egypt's FM on humanitarian, security conditions in Palestinian territories

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 - 12:51 GMT

Minister Shokry was also briefed on the unprecedented Israeli violations and restrictions on Palestinians in Jerusalem and worshippers in Al Aqsa Mosque.

Egypt's GAFI issues 6 golden licenses to investments worth LE5.6B

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 - 11:20 GMT

The General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) issued six golden licenses for investments worth LE5.6 billion upping the total to 29.

Egyptian, German FMs discuss Red Sea security, investment

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 - 02:28 GMT

Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shokry received Monday his German counterpart Annalena Baerbock.

UN Secretary General affirms blocking of aid trucks in Gaza beyond Egyptian borders

Sun, 24 Mar 2024 - 03:17 GMT

The UN secretary general pointed out that his visit to Egypt during Ramadan was an expression of solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.

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