Minister of Finance issues VAT bylaws 

The bylaws will provide tax refunds for exported goods and services

Mohamed Samir

Egypt condemns Al-Qaeda attacks against oil facilities in Libya 

The foreign ministry's official spokesperson considers the attacks a threat to recently achieved progress in Libya

Daily News Egypt

Supply ministry re-crafts subsidies cut law deals after angry protests

Protests sparked in several governorates after bread rations were cut

Adham Youssef

Egypt to participate in Barcelona exhibition to promote investment in Suez Canal area 

Cooperation protocols with Spanish companies to be implemented within days, says Darwish

Mohamed Farag

50% increase in foreign inflow to archaeological sites

Celebrities’ visits to Egypt promote positive messages

Basma Ragab

Tourism federation submits note to finance ministry to postpone VAT

July will see increase in visa fees from $25 to $60, along with higher tickets for archaeological sites

Abdel Razek Al-Shuwekhi

Three Egyptians, six Israelis sentenced to life in prison over “Ovadia” spy ring

Defendants were accused of spying in favour of Israeli military intelligence in 2013

Daily News Egypt

Shoukry meets Arab counterparts prior to Arab foreign minister summit

The summit is scheduled to take place in Jordan in March

Sarah El-Sheikh

Prosecution investigates torture claim in Al-Haram police station

Security narrative states natural cause of death in face of family accusations of torture 

Adham Youssef

The legacy of Egypt’s folklore meets America’s temporary jazz and classical violin  

The “Hakawateya” concert brought audience, Dina El-Wedidi’s independent music, Mazaher’s zar music, and Chelsey Green and The Green Project’s jazz music all together

Nada Deyaa’