9 h. ago FM: No irregular migrant boats set out from Egypt’s coasts since 2016

CAIRO, April 9 (MENA) – Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty said that no irregular migrant boats have set out from Egypt’s coasts since launch of migration strategy in 2016 attesting to Egypt’s strenuous efforts on this score. Delivering a word at the opening session of the second ministerial conference of … The post FM: No irregular migrant boats set out from Egypt’s coasts since 2016 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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10 h. ago Trump embraces ‘tailored’ tariff deals as foreign leaders look to sweeten their offers

CNN  —  Delegations from Japan and South Korea are en route. Italy’s prime minister will be in Washington next week. And Israel’s “proactive approach” to seeking out new US trade agreements could serve as a model for everyone, according to the White House. A day before President Donald Trump’s new worldwide tariffs are set to … The post Trump embraces ‘tailored’ tariff deals as foreign leaders look to sweeten their offers appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

25 h. ago Egyptian, Japanese Foreign Ministers discuss Gaza reconstruction, bilateral ties

Egyptian, Japanese Foreign Ministers discuss Gaza reconstruction, bilateral ties  Dailynewsegypt

Politics

34 h. ago Egypt aims for $60 billion in foreign direct investment, $145 billion in exports

Egypt aims for $60 billion in foreign direct investment, $145 billion in exports  Economy Middle East

Economics

52 h. ago Egyptian, Rwandan Foreign Ministers discuss bilateral ties, DR Congo crisis

Egyptian, Rwandan Foreign Ministers discuss bilateral ties, DR Congo crisis  Dailynewsegypt

Politics

57 h. ago Egypt’s Foreign Reserves Continue Upward Trend, Reaching $47.76 Billion in March

Egypt’s Foreign Reserves Continue Upward Trend, Reaching $47.76 Billion in March  Egypt Today

Economics

57 h. ago FM says Egypt interested in applying best management practices in Africa

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty said Egypt’s membership in the African Association of Public Administration and Management (AAPAM) reflects its interest in developing public administration policies and applying the best management practices in Africa. Abdelatty made the remarks during his meeting on Sunday with members of the AAPAM led by … The post FM says Egypt interested in applying best management practices in Africa appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

3 d. ago FM: Egypt rejects Israeli attempts to separate Gaza from West Bank

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty on Saturday 5/4/2025 reaffirmed the country’s rejection of Israeli attempts to divide Palestinian land by separating Gaza from the West Bank. During a meeting with a Fatah delegation led by Jibril Rajoub, Abdelatty condemned the ongoing Israeli aggression in Gaza and the West Bank, warning … The post FM: Egypt rejects Israeli attempts to separate Gaza from West Bank appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

3 d. ago Net foreign assets in Egypt’s banking sector rise by $1.5bn in February 2025

Net foreign assets in Egypt’s banking sector rise by $1.5bn in February 2025  Dailynewsegypt

Economics

4 d. ago Egyptian State Council participates in 15th IASAJ Congress in Chile

Egyptian State Council participates in 15th IASAJ Congress in Chile - Foreign Affairs - Egypt  Ahram Online

Politics

4 d. ago Egypt's Foreign Ministry calls for an end to Israel's aggression on Gaza

Egypt's Foreign Ministry calls for an end to Israel's aggression on Gaza  Egypt Today

Politics

4 d. ago Egypt strongly condemns Israel’s flagrant violation of Syria’s sovereignty

CAIRO, April 3 (MENA) – Egypt strongly condemned the recent Israeli raids on several sites in Syria in a new, flagrant violation of international law. Such raids are considered a blatant violation of Syria’s sovereignty, stability and unity, according to a press release by the Foreign and Emigration Ministry on Thursday. Egypt called on international … The post Egypt strongly condemns Israel’s flagrant violation of Syria’s sovereignty appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

4 d. ago Central Bank of Egypt announces increase in net foreign assets

The net foreign assets of the Egyptian banking system jumped by approximately US$1.5 billion during February, reaching $10.17 billion, compared to $8.7 billion at the end of January – an increase of more than 17 percent, according to data published by the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE)’s website. This change represents the net transactions of … The post Central Bank of Egypt announces increase in net foreign assets appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

4 d. ago Israel expands its aggression within northern Gaza, prompting international outcry

The Israeli army has expanded its ground aggression in the northern Gaza Strip on Friday, including shelling the Shuja’iyya neighborhood. Arab and international efforts continue to push for a ceasefire agreement, with French President Emmanuel Macron scheduled to arrive in Cairo on Sunday evening to support its efforts to stop the war. The Arab League … The post Israel expands its aggression within northern Gaza, prompting international outcry appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

5 d. ago Foreign Ministry retrieves Egyptian child from UAE, praise ‘fraternal relations’ between two countries

Foreign Ministry retrieves Egyptian child from UAE, praise ‘fraternal relations’ between two countries  Egypt Today

Politics

6 d. ago Tourist sites welcome 175,000 Egyptian and foreign visitors during first two days of Eid al

Up to 175,000 Egyptian and foreign visitors visited museums and archaeological sites during the first two days of Eid. The Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, Mohamed Ismail Khaled, explained that these numbers reflect an increase in inbound tourism to Egypt’s cultural destinations, and showcases the keenness of local Egyptians of all age groups … The post Tourist sites welcome 175,000 Egyptian and foreign visitors during first two days of Eid al-Fitr appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Sport

7 d. ago Egypt's Economic Priorities Sideline Assertive Foreign Policy

Egypt's Economic Priorities Sideline Assertive Foreign Policy  Stratfor

Economics

8 d. ago Al Ahly defies Pyramids, requests foreign referees for Egyptian Premier League clash

Al Ahly’s management has decided to submit an official request to bring in foreign referees for their match against hosts Pyramids FC, scheduled for April 12th at the Air Defense Stadium in the second round of the Egyptian Premier League’s championship stage. Pyramids FC had previously withdrawn their request for foreign referees for the Al … The post Al Ahly defies Pyramids, requests foreign referees for Egyptian Premier League clash appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Sport

1 week ago Transport Ministry calls on businessmen to invest in logistics

The Ministry of Transport, represented by the General Authority for Land and Dry Ports (GALDP), has called on investors, businessmen, exporters and producers to invest in the fields of dry ports and logistics zones in Egypt. In a statement issued Saturday 29/3/2025, the ministry highlighted the great growth currently made by Egypt in these domains … The post Transport Ministry calls on businessmen to invest in logistics appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Politics

1 week ago Egyptian, Saudi FMs discuss ongoing efforts to uphold ceasefire in Gaza

Foreign and Emigration Minister Badr Abdelatty discussed over the phone with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud ongoing Egyptian-Qatari efforts to maintain a ceasefire in Gaza and ensure the implementation of the three phases of the ceasefire agreement that came into force on January 19. They also discussed existing coordination with the … The post Egyptian, Saudi FMs discuss ongoing efforts to uphold ceasefire in Gaza appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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