Reforming public education is necessary to secure a future generation of leaders, say business community
CAIRO: While Egypt may have abundant local talent and a large labor force, the problems and shortcomings of the public education system need to be addressed in order to create…
Energy and IT sectors account for much of economic growth
CAIRO: The energy and IT sectors continue to move ahead and encourage foreign direct investment in Egypt, contributing to the nation's overall growth, said ministers of the sectors at the…
Growth has been Egypt's target: Nazif
CAIRO: "Growth has been our target, and the steps taken by the government since 2004 have created an environment that attracts investment, said Prime Minister Ahmed Nazif during the closing…
Sphinx nabs prime spot to watch over Friday concert
Preparations are under way for another concert at the foot of the Sphinx. With the Great Pyramids in the background, the stage has attracted international artists like Sting, Julio Iglesias,…
Democracy can make democrats
The main question that lies in the debate about Islamic parties and democracy in Indonesia is whether Islamic parties, with their seemingly minimal commitment to democracy, can contribute to the…
Determination and sensitivity
Determination and sensitivity was the prevailing slogan in Israel during implementation of the disengagement plan in August 2005. It expressed the attitude demanded of Israel s security forces toward removal…
The Lebanon War One Year Later
It is now almost one year since the European Union committed to stabilize Lebanon following last summer's war. With its decision to send thousands of soldiers to Lebanon to implement…
Store grains, dried fruit properly to prevent parasite outbreaks
CAIRO: In preparation for the holy month of Ramadan is people are stocking up on beans, lentils and other types of grains usually used to break the fast or for…
Slovenia welcomes Egypt's diplomatic mission upgrade in Ljubljana
CAIRO: Slovenia welcomed Wednesday Egypt s decision to upgrade its diplomatic representation in its capital, Ljubljana, to the level of ambassador extraordinaire. We are more than satisfied with the good…
Swedish Muslims cancel demonstration against Prophet Mohamed cartoon
STOCKHOLM: Swedish Muslims said Wednesday they had called off a demonstration planned for Friday against a newspaper cartoon depicting Prophet Mohamed (PBUH) as a dog following talks with the prime…
