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Egypt and Qatar have called for the full implementation of the Gaza ceasefire phase, stressing the need to move forward with agreed steps aimed at stabilising the situation in the territory and supporting broader regional peace efforts. The appeal was made during high-level talks held in Cairo on Sunday between Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. The meeting focused on strengthening coordination between the two countries and addressing ongoing developments in the region. Both sides highlighted the importance of continued cooperation on regional issues and agreed to maintain joint…
Egypt is deepening its partnership with China in the renewable energy sector as it moves ahead with plans to expand clean power generation and modernize its national electricity grid. Senior officials from Egypt’s electricity and renewable energy sector met with representatives from China Energy and the Electric Power Planning and Engineering Institute (EPPEI) to discuss new areas of cooperation. The talks focused on renewable energy integration, grid modernization, energy storage systems, and long-term planning for the power sector. The meeting took place at the Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital. It included Electricity Minister Mahmoud…
The renewed Egypt China currency swap agreement between Egypt and China highlights a growing shift in global trade finance, as countries look for alternatives to traditional dollar-based settlements while strengthening bilateral economic ties. The agreement, recently extended for another three years, increases its value from 18 billion yuan to 30 billion yuan, equivalent to roughly $4.4 billion. The arrangement between the Central Bank of Egypt and the People’s Bank of China allows both sides to access each other’s currencies under a pre-agreed framework to support trade and investment flows. The swap mechanism is not a loan or grant but a…
Egypt defender Hossam Abdelmaguid says he is ready to turn his childhood dream into reality as he prepares to represent his country at the FIFA World Cup. The Zamalek player described his journey from domestic league success to the global stage as a moment he once only imagined. Abdelmaguid, who recently lifted the Egyptian league title with Zamalek, is now focused on helping Egypt make an impact at the World Cup under coach Hossam Hassan. He said playing in the tournament was something he dreamed about since childhood, inspired by conversations with his older brother. He recalled telling his brother…
A new round of Gaza ceasefire talks Egypt is set to begin after a senior Hamas delegation arrived in Cairo for discussions with Egyptian mediators on advancing the next stage of the Gaza ceasefire agreement. The talks are expected to focus on implementing remaining steps from the first phase and preparing for a second phase of the deal. The Hamas delegation arrived in the Egyptian capital on Friday evening. According to a statement from the group, the team is led by Khalil al-Hayya, who heads Hamas’ negotiating team in Gaza. The delegation is scheduled to begin formal discussions on Saturday,…
Egypt has received new international recognition for its civil aviation progress after successfully hosting a major global industry conference in Cairo, underscoring the country’s growing role in international air transport. The recognition follows the 38th IATA Ground Handling Conference (IGHC 2026), held in Cairo from May 19 to 21, which brought together aviation leaders from around the world to discuss developments in airport operations and ground handling services. The event was organized by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and highlighted Egypt’s expanding capabilities as a regional hub for global aviation meetings and industry cooperation. Officials said the conference reflected…
Egypt and Mauritania have discussed plans to expand cooperation in healthcare, focusing on medical training, pharmaceutical production, preventive health services, and medical tourism. The talks on Egypt Mauritania healthcare cooperation took place between Egypt’s Minister of Health and Population, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, and Mauritania’s Ambassador to Egypt, El Houssein Ould Sidi Abdallah, according to a statement from Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population. Officials said the meeting reviewed existing joint programs and explored new opportunities to strengthen collaboration in medical education, skills development, and healthcare consultancy services. Egypt reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Mauritania’s health sector through knowledge sharing and…
Egypt is moving forward with plans to strengthen its financial preparedness for disasters and climate-related risks through a new national strategy on disaster risk financing. The initiative aims to improve how the country prepares for, responds to, and recovers from emergencies. A national workshop was held in Cairo, bringing together government bodies, United Nations agencies, and other national stakeholders. The event was jointly organized by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), working with Egypt’s National Committee for Crisis Management and Disaster Risk Reduction under the Prime Minister’s Office. The main…
Egypt has invested more than $6 billion in its telecom sector since 2019 as part of a major push to expand digital infrastructure and improve nationwide connectivity. The update was reviewed during discussions between Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli and Minister of Communications and Information Technology Raafat Hindi. Officials said the investment is focused on building a stronger digital economy. The plan includes faster internet, wider mobile coverage, and improved telecom services across urban and rural areas. A large part of the spending has gone into upgrading fixed and mobile internet networks. This includes expanding fibre-optic cables across the country to…
Cairo’s new monorail has been presented as a major step forward in modern transport, but public reaction shows a clear divide between admiration for the system and concern over its affordability and accessibility. The East Nile monorail, which began partial operations in early May, runs 56.6 kilometres between Nasr City in Cairo and the New Administrative Capital. It is part of Egypt’s broader plan to reduce congestion in one of the world’s most crowded cities and improve links between the capital and newly developed urban areas. Passengers describe the driverless electric train as clean, smooth, and comfortable. For many riders,…