The Latest Breaking News from Bassam Rady

Sisi: First Egyptian President to Visit Armenia

Egypt and Armenia have agreed to enhance cooperation in various fields, especially in the economy and the exchange of expertise On Saturday, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi arrived in Yerevan on the first visit by an Egyptian President since Armenia's independence. Sisi held closed talks with Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan at…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 30, 2023

Egypt’s Sisi Visits Azerbaijan as Part of Asia Tour

Egyptian President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi arrived in Azerbaijan on Friday as part of a tour of Asia that has so far taken him to India. Presidency spokesman Bassam Rady said the visit to Baku aims to bolster the unique ties that bind their countries. Sisi will meet with President Ilham…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 28, 2023

Expanded Egyptian Investment Plans to Demarcate Western Maritime Borders with Libya

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi discussed on Thursday “current and future investment plans for research and exploration in the eastern and western regions of the Mediterranean” as part of efforts to demarcate the marine borders with Libya. Petroleum and Mineral Resources Minister Tarik Al Mulla stressed that all “activities carried…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Dec 23, 2022

Sisi Follows Up on Electricity Interconnection with Saudi Arabia, Greece, Cyprus

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi discussed with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mohamed Shaker the progress in electricity interconnection projects with neighboring countries, notably Saudi Arabia, Greece and Cyprus. The presidency spokesman, Ambassador Bassam Rady, said the meeting addressed the nationwide projects of the…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 31, 2022

Egypt Calls for ‘International Solidarity’ to Make COP27 a Success

Egypt has called for “international solidarity” to make the upcoming 27th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP 27) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) a success. Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry underlined the need for the international community to assume its responsibilities towards the global…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 30, 2022

Egypt, S. Korea Agree to Cooperate on Climate Action

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi received on Thursday a telephone call from his South Korean counterpart, Yoon Suk-yeol. The two leaders discussed the latest regional and international developments, and the bilateral cooperation between the countries at the economic and investment levels. They also exchanged views on regional and international issues…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 21, 2022

Egypt Seeks to Become Regional Hub to Produce, Exchange Renewable Energy

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi met with Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Siemens Energy Joe Kaeser in Cairo on Sunday. Egypt’s Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Dr. Mohamed Shaker, President and CEO of Siemens Energy AG Dr.-Eng. Christian Bruch, and Managing Director of Siemens Energy in Egypt Engineer…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 17, 2022

Sisi Discusses Army’s Efforts in Preserving Egypt’s National Security

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi discussed on Monday with the army commanders, the tasks of the armed forces and their efforts to preserve the pillars of the country’s national security. The meeting came in line with the celebrations marking the 49th anniversary of the October 6 War victory. Presidential spokesman…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Oct 4, 2022

Egypt, India to Boost Military, Security Cooperation

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met on Monday with India's Defense Minister Rajnath Singh to discuss ways to enhance military and security cooperation. Presidential spokesman Bassam Rady said the discussions between the Egyptian President and the Indian Minister addressed enhancing military and security cooperation, especially in joint manufacturing, transfer, and…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 20, 2022

Sisi Underscores to Abbas Importance of Maintaining Calm, Especially in Gaza

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi held talks with his Palestinian counterpart Mahmoud Abbas at al-Ittihadia Palace in Cairo on Tuesday. Discussions touched on the developments of the Palestinian cause and providing support to the Palestinian people. Presidential spokesman Bassam Rady said Sisi underlined the importance of joining efforts to support…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 7, 2022