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Saudi Arabia and Pakistan affirm strengthening strategic partnership in agriculture and food security ↗

RIYADH — Saudi Arabia and Pakistan affirmed the importance of strengthening cooperation in agriculture and food security, supporting investment opportunities within the framework of the well-established bilateral relations between the two countries, and increasing trade exchange in a manner that serves their mutual interests. This was emphasized during the official visit of Saudi Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Eng. Abdulrahman Al-Fadhly to Pakistan, leading a high-level delegatio

Dışişleri Bakanı Fidan, Katarlı ve Mısırlı mevkidaşlarıyla telefonda görüştü ↗

Dışişleri Bakanı Hakan Fidan, Katar Başbakanı ve Dışişleri Bakanı Muhammed bin Abdurrahman Al Sani ve Mısır Dışişleri Bakanı Bedir Abdulati ile telefon görüşmesi yaptı.

Central Bank of Egypt issues urgent message regarding OTPs ↗

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) warned bank customers and users against sharing their One-Time Password (OTP) with anyone, explaining that disclosing this code could expose them to risks related to their transactions and bank account. The CBE published an awareness warning on its official Facebook page, urging users to be vigilant against fraud attempts … The post Central Bank of Egypt issues urgent message regarding OTPs appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Egypt sees drop in temperatures, rainfall until Thursday ↗

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) forecasts a continued drop in temperatures across most of the country. Slightly hot and humid conditions are expected during the early morning hours across most of the nation, from Saturday until Thursday, September 3. The EMA explained that the expected maximum temperatures on the northern coast will range between 30-31C, … The post Egypt sees drop in temperatures, rainfall until Thursday appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Egyptian Ambassador in Moscow, Russian FM discuss strategic partnership, regional, int’l issues ↗

Egyptian Ambassador in Moscow Hamdy Shaaban met on Friday, August 28, 2026, with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss ways to further strengthen bilateral relations and advance the strategic partnership between Egypt and Russia. The meeting focused on continued coordination and consultations on various regional and international issues of mutual interest, as well as … The post Egyptian Ambassador in Moscow, Russian FM discuss strategic partnership, regional, int’l issues

FM reaffirms support for Sudan’s unity, sovereignty, territorial integrity ↗

Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s support for Sudan’s unity, sovereignty, territorial integrity and national institutions, stressing the importance of a Sudanese-owned political process without external interference in a way that helps end the crisis and restore security and stability in the country. Abdelatty made the remarks during … The post FM reaffirms support for Sudan’s unity, sovereignty, territorial in

Egypt, Singapore discuss strengthening investment, trade ties ↗

Investment and Foreign Trade Minister Mohamed Farid Saleh has discussed with Singaporean Ambassador to Egypt Dominic Goh ways to strengthen investment and trade ties between the two countries and increase mutual investments, as well as opportunities for Singaporean companies to expand their business in Egypt and attract new investments. The minister called for building on the positive … The post Egypt, Singapore discuss strengthening investment, trade ties appeared first on Egypt Independe

Egypt announce surprise October friendly ahead of AFCON qualifiers ↗

The technical staff of the Egyptian national team, led by head coach Hossam Hassan, has scheduled a friendly match against Tanzania on October 5 in Cairo. The fixture forms part of the Pharaohs’ broader preparation strategy for upcoming continental commitments, centered around the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The mid-autumn friendly follows Egypt’s opening … The post Egypt announce surprise October friendly ahead of AFCON qualifiers appeared first on Egypt Independent.

No Salmonella outbreak in Egypt, Health Ministry confirms ↗

Minister of Health Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar confirmed that the ministry is actively monitoring local and international health conditions through event-based epidemiological surveillance systems targeting foodborne illnesses, particularly Salmonella. Following reported outbreaks in several countries tied to international supply chains, the ministry is conducting continuous risk assessments and rapid evaluations to prepare precautionary measures if … The post No Salmonella outbreak in Egypt,

Egypt, Italian firms discuss $278M bioethanol production project ↗

Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Mohamed Farid held talks with representatives of Italian companies Proger and Draxil on the latest developments in an investment project to produce second-generation bioethanol using bagasse generated from sugarcane processing, with targeted investments of around $278 million. The meeting reviewed the latest technical and implementation developments of the project, … The post Egypt, Italian firms discuss $278M bioethanol production project appeared

FM affirms Egypt’s pride in historical ties with Chad ↗

Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty emphasized Egypt’s pride in historical, fraternal ties with Chad, stressing Cairo’s keenness to advance cooperation across various fields under directives from President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Chadian President Field Marshal Mahamat Idriss Déby to serve both nations’ mutual interests. The remarks came during a … The post FM affirms Egypt’s pride in historical ties with C

Egypt police arrests man for sexually harassing woman at microbus ↗

Security authorities in Egypt uncovered the circumstances of a video circulating on social media, showing a young woman complaining about a man who harassed her while she was riding on public transportation in Cairo. The authorities were able to identify and arrest the perpetrator. In a statement on Wednesday, the Interior Ministry said that on … The post Egypt police arrests man for sexually harassing woman at microbus appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Iran unveils plan for safe passage in Strait of Hormuz ↗

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that his country’s commitment to achieving peace and stability in the region is accompanied by intensive and sustained diplomatic efforts with neighboring countries. He emphasized that consultations held by Tehran with officials from Pakistan and Oman focused on the necessity of reaching practical and sustainable regional solutions. In a … The post Iran unveils plan for safe passage in Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Egypt welcomes America’s decision to remove Syria from state sponsors of terrorism ↗

Egypt welcomed the US’s decision to remove Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. This step will contribute towards supporting efforts to achieve stability in Syria, enhance opportunities for economic recovery and reconstruction, and create favorable conditions for Syria to resume its role in its Arab and international environment. In a statement issued … The post Egypt welcomes America’s decision to remove Syria from state sponsors of terrorism appeared first on E

Saudi environment minister to visit Pakistan on Wednesday ↗

RIYADH — Saudi Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Eng. Abdulrahman Al-Fadley will visit Pakistan on Wednesday as the two countries seek to deepen cooperation in food production, agriculture, irrigation and water management.The visit will focus on developing and improving the efficiency of irrigation and water systems, strengthening food security and supporting growth in bilateral trade, the Saudi Press Agency reported.Al-Fadley and the accompanying delegation are scheduled to hold a

PM follows up with CBE governor on joint coordination efforts in several economic files ↗

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly affirmed full coordination between the government and the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) as part of preparations for the National Economic Transformation Program, based on an integrated vision reflecting the state’s economic priorities for the coming period. This is being carried out in implementation of President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi’s directives and … The post PM follows up with CBE governor on joint coordination efforts in several economic files appeared fir

Egypt, Mongolia discuss cooperation in water resources management ↗

Minister of Irrigation and Water Resources Hani Sewilam discussed with Mongolian Minister of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry Tsagaankhuugiin Iderbat ways to enhance cooperation and exchange expertise in water resources management, amid growing challenges facing the water and agriculture sectors and the importance of sound water resources management in supporting food security and sustainable development. … The post Egypt, Mongolia discuss cooperation in water resources management appe

Irrigation minister: Egypt pursuing an integrated approach to maximize efficient use of available water resources ↗

Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Hani Sewilam affirmed that Egypt is pursuing an integrated approach to maximize the efficient use of its available water resources by improving water-use efficiency, expanding the reuse of agricultural drainage water and optimizing the use of every drop of water, particularly in light of the country’s limited water resources … The post Irrigation minister: Egypt pursuing an integrated approach to maximize efficient use of available water resources

Egypt sets framework for committee on heritage buildings ↗

The Egyptian Cabinet issued a decision to develop the registration system and incentive mechanisms for owners of buildings and structures with distinguished architectural styles – which are registered on heritage lists – in accordance with the Law on the Preservation of Heritage Buildings. The Cabinet approved a draft resolution regulating the work of the committee … The post Egypt sets framework for committee on heritage buildings appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Heat wave hits Egypt starting Tuesday, EMA warns ↗

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) expects temperatures to continue rising until the end of this week. The country is experiencing a new heat wave, with temperatures peaking from Tuesday until Thursday. Temperatures in Cairo are expected to range between 37C and 38C. The EMA warned that high humidity levels will contribute to a two-degree increase … The post Heat wave hits Egypt starting Tuesday, EMA warns appeared first on Egypt Independent.

PM: Tanzania’s Julius Nyerere Dam project showcases Egypt’s growing soft power in Africa ↗

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said Friday that the giant Julius Nyerere Dam and Hydroelectric Power Station in Tanzania, implemented by an Egyptian consortium, stands as a prominent example of Egypt’s soft power in Africa. Speaking exclusively to Extra News, Madbouly said it was an honor to attend the inauguration and commencement of operations at the … The post PM: Tanzania’s Julius Nyerere Dam project showcases Egypt’s growing soft power in Africa appeared first on Egypt Independ

Egypt economy shows resilience against shocks: planning minister ↗

Minister of Planning and Economic Development Ahmed Rostom affirmed that the Egyptian economy has demonstrated clear resilience against regional and global geopolitical shocks, noting that performance indicators reflect established stability, with growth reaching five percent in Q3 of the last fiscal year and 5.2 percent over the first nine months. This came during his meeting … The post Egypt economy shows resilience against shocks: planning minister appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Egypt to host Africa’s premier business forum ↗

The Egyptian new coastal capital and major fourth-generation smart megacity, New Alamein,  will be hosting the inaugural Alamein Africa Forum, scheduled to take place from 2nd to 4th October 2026. Dubbed as the continent’s premier gathering where political power meets entrepreneurial prowess, bridging the established engines of African growth with the new sectors defining its […]

Bakan Fidan, Mısır ve Suudi Arabistanlı mevkidaşlarıyla görüştü ↗

Dışişleri Bakanı Hakan Fidan, Mısır Dışişleri Bakanı Bedir Abdulati ve Suudi Arabistan Dışişleri Bakanı Faysal bin Ferhan ile telefonda görüştü. Görüşmelerde, bölgesel gelişmeler değerlendirildi.

Egypt issues new diplomatic and special passports ↗

Egypt’s Minister of Interior has issued a decree adopting new official designs for the country’s diplomatic, special, and official service passports, updating their security features and physical specifications.   Key updates The decree officially replaces the older passport designs and repeals the previous Ministerial Decree No. 2331 of 2008, alongside any conflicting regulations.   Legal … The post Egypt issues new diplomatic and special passports appeared first on Egypt Indepe

Upcoming heatwave – spike in temperatures across Egypt starting Friday ↗

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) released its latest forecast for Cairo and the governorates, announcing a temperature spike of up to two degrees starting Friday. A moderately hot, humid breeze will greet the early morning, giving way to extremely hot and humid conditions nationwide during the day. Coastal areas will remain hot and humid, while … The post Upcoming heatwave – spike in temperatures across Egypt starting Friday appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Egypt secures $2 billion massive aluminum mega-project in Suez Canal Zone ↗

Egypt is quietly solidifying its footprint as a massive global manufacturing engine, and Beijing is writing a hefty check to prove it. Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Hussein Issa recently met with executives from a top-tier Chinese industrial giant to hammer out a massive two billion dollar investment. The deal envisions a high-tech, end-to-end … The post Egypt secures $2 billion massive aluminum mega-project in Suez Canal Zone appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Six countries offer funds and incentives for Egyptians wishing to work and live abroad ↗

Numerous young Egyptians are seeking new opportunities to work and settle outside of their homeland. Several nations are also offering programs at attracting residents, workers, and entrepreneurs to rural areas, islands, and cities suffering from population decline. These include grants and financial aid, support for purchasing or renovating homes, and salaries for working in rural … The post Six countries offer funds and incentives for Egyptians wishing to work and live abroad appeared fi

Egypt, Oman FMs stress need to keep Strait of Hormuz open ↗

Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptians Expatriates Badr Abdelatty on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, discussed over phone with Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi bilateral relations and regional developments. Abdelatty and Busaidi praised the depth and distinctiveness of the fraternal and historic ties between Egypt and Oman, noting the growing momentum … The post Egypt, Oman FMs stress need to keep Strait of Hormuz open appeared first on Egypt Indepen

Egyptian FM, Mauritanian counterpart discuss cooperation, regional developments ↗

Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty and his Mauritanian counterpart Mohamed Salem Ould Merzouk reaffirmed the depth of the historical and fraternal ties between both countries. During a phone call on Tuesday, the two top diplomats discussed bilateral ties as well as international and regional developments, asserting a mutual interest … The post Egyptian FM, Mauritanian counterpart discuss cooperation, regional developments appeared

FM: Egypt’s foreign policy prioritizes national interests, security ↗

Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty said on Monday, August 17, 2026, that Egypt’s foreign policy is guided by a balanced vision that takes national security considerations into account and places the national interest at the top of its priorities, amid successive crises and rapid geopolitical shifts regionally and internationally. … The post FM: Egypt’s foreign policy prioritizes national interests, security appeared fi

Egypt, UNDP discuss new fund to protect Red Sea coral reefs ↗

Local Development and Environment Minister Manal Awad had a meeting with Deputy Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) Ghimar Deeb to discuss the establishment of an Egyptian fund to finance the protection of Red Sea coral reefs. Awad said the proposed fund would help attract long-term investment to support marine conservation and … The post Egypt, UNDP discuss new fund to protect Red Sea coral reefs appeared first on Egypt Independent.

FM: Outstanding students a national asset, key pillar of Egypt’s future ↗

Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty affirmed that the Foreign Ministry considers outstanding students a national asset and a key pillar in building Egypt’s future and advancing the country’s aspirations for development and progress. Abdelatty made the remarks during a meeting with Egypt’s top high school graduates from various governorates, … The post FM: Outstanding students a national asset, key pillar of Egypt’s future appeared

Industry Minister: Alloys complementary industry under Egypt’s industrial strategy ↗

Industry Minister Khaled Hashem said the alloys industry is a complementary industry under Egypt’s industrial strategy and a key input for iron, steel and heavy industries. It also helps maximize the use of mineral resources and increase the added value of local raw materials. Speaking on Sunday, August 16, 2026, during his first visit to … The post Industry Minister: Alloys complementary industry under Egypt’s industrial strategy appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Petroleum Minister orders faster development of Harmattan offshore gas field ↗

Petroleum and Mineral Resources Minister Karim Badawi ordered on Sunday, August 15, 2026, stepping up efforts to connect the Harmattan offshore gas field to production facilities, seeking to bring the field online sooner and boost domestic gas supplies. During a visit to the production site of Pharaonic Petroleum Company in Port Said, Badawi called for … The post Petroleum Minister orders faster development of Harmattan offshore gas field appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Electricity Minister: Egypt moving ahead with pumped-storage hydropower project in South Sinai ↗

Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Esmat affirmed that Egypt is moving toward expanding battery energy storage plants, which have been integrated into the national electricity grid over the past two years. He noted that work is also moving forward on establishing a pumped-storage hydropower project in the Al-Tor area of South Sinai, ensuring … The post Electricity Minister: Egypt moving ahead with pumped-storage hydropower project in South Sinai appeared first on Egypt In

Egypt has several options to deter Ethiopia’s actions over Nile waters: Experts ↗

Several experts in African affairs affirmed that Egypt possesses a range of political, diplomatic, legal, and regional tools to deter Ethiopia’s unilateral actions regarding the Nile waters and its dams. Commenting on Addis Ababa’s statements about its intention to construct more dams on the Blue Nile, they indicated that Cairo’s strategy is based on parallel … The post Egypt has several options to deter Ethiopia’s actions over Nile waters: Experts appeared first on

MP raises concerns over Egyptian state collecting facial recognition data ↗

MP Amira al-Adly, a member of the House of Representatives representing the Coordination of Youth Parties and Politicians, raised concerns about the implementation of facial recognition for mobile phone line registration. During a Sunday phone interview with the “Kalema Akhera” (Last Word) program, the MP demanded clarification on the purpose of collecting biometric data, the … The post MP raises concerns over Egyptian state collecting facial recognition data appeared first on

Egyptian government announces new system for issuing work permits to foreigners ↗

The Ministry of Labor in Egypt aims to launch a new system for issuing work permits to foreigners through a fully integrated digital platform and dedicated service center. This project comes as part of the ministry’s efforts to develop the foreign work permit services system and transition it to a fully digital model. Minister of … The post Egyptian government announces new system for issuing work permits to foreigners appeared first on Egypt Independent.

6 Egyptian universities rank among world’s top 1,000 in 2026 Shanghai Ranking ↗

Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research announced that six Egyptian universities have been included among the world’s top 1,000 universities in the latest edition of the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), commonly known as the Shanghai Ranking, for 2026. The ranking evaluated more than 2,500 universities and higher education institutions from countries around … The post 6 Egyptian universities rank among world’s top 1,000 in 2026 Shanghai Ranking appeared first on

Egypt, Libya chambers seal deal to launch annual industrial fair in April 2027 ↗

The Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI) and the General Libyan Union of Chambers of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (GLUCC) have signed a cooperation protocol to organize an annual Egyptian-Libyan industrial integration exhibition in the Libyan city of Benghazi, with its inaugural edition tentatively scheduled for April 2027. The agreement aims to strengthen industrial, trade and … The post Egypt, Libya chambers seal deal to launch annual industrial fair in April 2027 appeared first

Egyptian, Cypriot FMs praise growing momentum in bilateral relations ↗

Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty received a phone call on Friday, August 14, 2026, from Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos. The call focused on ways to advance Egyptian-Cypriot relations in light of the close partnership and continued coordination between the two countries. The two ministers praised the growing momentum in … The post Egyptian, Cypriot FMs praise growing momentum in bilateral relations appeared first on

Petroleum Minister discusses speeding up phosphate fertilizer plant with Elsewedy Capital Holding ↗

Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi discussed with Elsewedy Capital Holding Chairman Ahmed Elsewedy the latest developments and steps to accelerate the implementation of a phosphate fertilizer production plant in the Suez Canal Economic Zone. According to a statement by the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources on Friday, August 14, 2026, the … The post Petroleum Minister discusses speeding up phosphate fertilizer plant with Elsewedy Capital Holding appeared firs

Egypt considering legal issues around joining latest regional defence pact ↗

Egypt expands commercial navy with two giant cargo vessels ↗

Egypt took a significant step in its bid to dominate Red Sea and Mediterranean trade routes on Friday, taking delivery of two massive 82,000-ton dry bulk carriers from China’s New Hantong Shipyard. The vessels—named the Wadi El-Nile and Wadi El-Qamar—were officially handed over to Egypt’s National Navigation Company (NNC) during a ceremony in China attended … The post Egypt expands commercial navy with two giant cargo vessels appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Bakan Fidan'dan Mısır ziyaretiyle ilgili açıklama ↗

Dışişleri Bakanı Hakan Fidan, "Mısır'a gerçekleştirdiğimiz ziyaret, mükemmel düzeyde seyreden ikili iş birliğimizi ve bölgemizdeki gelişmeleri ele almak bakımından son derece önemli bir fırsat teşkil etti" dedi.

Türkiye ile Mısır arasında çeşitli belgeler imzalandı ↗

Dışişleri Bakanı Hakan Fidan, Mısır Dışişleri Bakanı Bedr Abdulati ve Mısır Yatırım ve Dış Ticaret Bakanı Muhammed Ferih Salih ile "Ortak Planlama Grubu Toplantı Tutanağı" ve "Serbest Ticaret Anlaşması'nın 3 Numaralı Menşe Protokolü'nün Tadiline ilişkin Karar"ı imzaladı.

Saudi Arabia offers condolences to Egypt over victims of traffic accident ↗

RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia's sincere condolences and sympathy to the government and people of Egypt over the victims of the traffic accident that occurred in the eastern Ismailia governorate.The ministry expressed Saudi Arabia's solidarity with the Egyptian people over this tragedy. Saudi Arabia extended its sincere condolences to the families of the victims, and wished the injured a speedy recovery. At least 18 people were killed and 30 injured in a deadly t

Mısır Dışişleri Bakanı: Türkiye ve Mısır ilişkileri güçlü temellere dayanıyor ↗

Mısır Dışişleri Bakanı Bedr Abdulati, "Türkiye ve Mısır ilişkileri hakikaten güçlü temellere dayanıyor" dedi.

Dışişleri Bakanı Fidan: Mısır ile 15 milyar ticaret hedefine ulaşacağız ↗

Dışişleri Bakanı Hakan Fidan, "Türkiye ve Mısır arasındaki ilişkiler Sayın Cumhurbaşkanlarımızın liderliklerinde mükemmel seviyede seyretmektedir. İnşallah Mısır ile 15 milyar dolar ticaret hacmi hedefine ulaşacağız. Bu amaçla Mısır Yatırım ve Dış Ticaret Bakanı Salih ile serbest ticaret anlaşmasını tadil eden bir kararı da imzaladık" dedi.