5 h. ago Trade turnover between Russia, Egypt hits record $9 bln in 2024

Trade turnover between Russia and Egypt climbed by 30 percent in 2024, reaching a record of US nine billion dollars, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a meeting with his Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, adding that it gained another 80 percent in the first two months of this year, TASS news agency reported. Putin … The post Trade turnover between Russia, Egypt hits record $9 bln in 2024 appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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5 h. ago Sisi, Putin agree to increase number of incoming Russian tourists

President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin agreed to increase the number of Russian tourists visiting Egypt, while promoting new Egyptian tourist attractions in Russia. The two leaders also underlined the importance of enhancing cooperation in the fields of energy, food security, mining, agriculture, and industry, as well as continuing coordination between … The post Sisi, Putin agree to increase number of incoming Russian tourists appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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6 h. ago Trade turnover between Russia, Egypt hits record $9 bln in 2024, says Putin

Trade turnover between Russia, Egypt hits record $9 bln in 2024, says Putin  Egypt Today

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6 h. ago Egypt issues strict warnings and instructions to protect vacationers from shark attacks

The Egyptian Environment Ministry has issued a set of instructions and warnings for dealing with sharks in the Red Sea amidst increasing number of vacationers. This comes to ensure the safety of beach-goers and those in the waters. The instructions, which were distributed to hotel establishments and dive centers, include several binding measures for beach … The post Egypt issues strict warnings and instructions to protect vacationers from shark attacks appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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21 h. ago Egypt’s Sisi in Russia, meets Putin after military parade: What to know

Egypt’s Sisi in Russia, meets Putin after military parade: What to know  AL-Monitor

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28 h. ago 15.8% increase in volume of Egyptian exports to Russia in 2024

15.8% increase in volume of Egyptian exports to Russia in 2024  Egyptian Gazette

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30 h. ago Egypt’s tourism roars: 25% surge in Q1 2025, millions more expected

Egypt welcomed 3.9 million tourists during the first quarter of 2025, marking a 25% year-on-year increase, according to press statements by Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sharif Fathi, CNN Arabic reported. The minister affirmed that this growth reflects the increasing confidence in the Egyptian tourist destination despite the geopolitical challenges facing the region. Tourism experts … The post Egypt’s tourism roars: 25% surge in Q1 2025, millions more expected appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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30 h. ago Egyptian military participates in Moscow’s Victory Day parade  

A unit of the Egyptian military police participated in the military parade held in Moscow’s Red Square to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany and its allies, Pulse Mubasher reported. The parade was attended by veterans, Russia’s President Vladimir Putin, and a host of world leaders, including Egyptian President Abdel Fattah … The post Egyptian military participates in Moscow’s Victory Day parade   appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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31 h. ago Morocco to Mauritius, Egypt to Zimbabwe which African gems captivated the most tourists?

Morocco to Mauritius, Egypt to Zimbabwe which African gems captivated the most tourists?  ZAWYA

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31 h. ago Sisi, Putin emphasize necessity to restore peace in Middle East, particularly Gaza

Sisi, Putin emphasize necessity to restore peace in Middle East, particularly Gaza  Egypt Today

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33 h. ago President Sisi greets Russian counterpart on Victory Day, affirm importance of Egyptian

President Sisi greets Russian counterpart on Victory Day, affirm importance of Egyptian-Russian ties  Egypt Today

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35 h. ago President Sisi meets with Abbas, affirms Egypt’s firm stance towards Palestinian cause

President Sisi meets with Abbas, affirms Egypt’s firm stance towards Palestinian cause  Egypt Today

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40 h. ago Sisi, Putin hold talks on sidelines of Victory Day celebrations

Sisi, Putin hold talks on sidelines of Victory Day celebrations  Egyptian Gazette

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44 h. ago On fifth Greece visit, Egypt’s Sisi and Mitsotakis advance energy projects: What to know

On fifth Greece visit, Egypt’s Sisi and Mitsotakis advance energy projects: What to know  AL-Monitor

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49 h. ago Iranian Tourism Minister talks boosting mutual tourism and Egypt’s vital regional role in exclusive interview

Iran’s Minister of Tourism and Culture Reza Salehi Amiri said that Egypt and Iran have entered a new phase of  bilateral relations, following the historic meeting between President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and his Iranian counterpart during the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation In this exclusive interview with Al-Masry Al-Youm, the minister explained that efforts are … The post Iranian Tourism Minister talks boosting mutual tourism and Egypt’s vital regional role in exclusive interview appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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51 h. ago EGPC Approves Merging 8 Capricorn’s Egyptian Concessions in Single Agreement

EGPC Approves Merging 8 Capricorn’s Egyptian Concessions in Single Agreement  Egypt Oil & Gas

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51 h. ago EGPC Approves Merging 8 Capricorn Concessions in Egypt in Single Agreement

EGPC Approves Merging 8 Capricorn Concessions in Egypt in Single Agreement  Egypt Oil & Gas

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53 h. ago PM: What is agreed upon at parl’t regarding old rentals law will be approved by govt

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said the House of Representatives is currently discussing a draft of the old rentals’ new law and is conducting a community dialogue with the participation of various stakeholders. In the end, whatever is agreed upon at the House of Representatives will be approved by the government; as it is already participating … The post PM: What is agreed upon at parl’t regarding old rentals law will be approved by govt appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Society

54 h. ago Suez Canal Zone deal with UAE sparks public debate, PM clarifies agreement

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has addressed widespread discussion surrounding the agreement signed between the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone) and Abu Dhabi Ports Group for the “KIZAD East Port Said” project. The Prime Minister clarified that the project is for an integrated industrial and logistics zone operating under the industrial developer system, one of … The post Suez Canal Zone deal with UAE sparks public debate, PM clarifies agreement appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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54 h. ago Esmat, Income’s Chairman explore cooperation in Egypt's renewable energy

Esmat, Income’s Chairman explore cooperation in Egypt's renewable energy  ZAWYA

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