123 Palestinians killed in 24hrs as UN experts accuse Israel of genocide in Gaza
At least 123 Palestinians were killed in the past 24 hours as Israeli military operations continued across the Gaza Strip, amid mounting international accusations that Israel is committing crimes against…
Culture remains enduring constant at heart of resistance: Mohamed Salmawy
“Palestine is not merely a political cause; it is the mirror in which the Arab self is reflected.” In a candid and incisive conversation, renowned Egyptian writer Mohamed Salmawy reflects…
Egypt sets rules for foreign delegations visiting Gaza border
Egypt has announced regulatory controls for foreign delegations wishing to visit the border area with the Gaza Strip, stating that prior approval must be obtained through official channels. In a…
Egypt pays $21.3bn in foreign debt servicing over six months
Egypt paid a total of $21.3bn in foreign debt servicing—comprising interest and principal repayments—during the first half (H1) of the 2024/25 fiscal year, according to a recent report from the…
Egypt reaffirms support for global plastics treaty at UN Oceans Summit
Egypt’s Minister of Environment, Yasmine Fouad, took part in high-level ministerial consultations at the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference, co-hosted by France and Costa Rica, where global momentum for a…
World Bank lowers Egypt’s 2024 growth forecast to 2.4%
The World Bank has revised down its forecast for Egypt’s economic growth in 2024, projecting real GDP expansion of just 2.4%, compared to 3.8% in 2023. A moderate recovery is…
Ongoing genocide in Gaza amid escalating international alarm
The Israeli occupation army continues its intensive operations across the Gaza Strip, causing mounting casualties each day amid a worsening humanitarian catastrophe and looming famine. International warnings about an imminent…
Egypt unveils 10-year investment plan for healthcare sector
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly chaired a high-level meeting on Tuesday to present the government’s investment vision for the healthcare sector over the next decade. The meeting was attended by Deputy…
Egypt’s foreign trade totals $64.9bn in H1 2024/25: CBE
Egypt’s total foreign trade reached approximately $64.923bn during the first half (H1) of the fiscal year 2024/25, according to a recent report issued by the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE).…
Egypt targets 30 million tourists by 2031 under new investment plan
Egypt targets 30 million tourists by 2031 under a new investment plan for its tourism and antiquities sectors. The target was part of a government strategy to increase foreign direct…