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China urges rich world to shun 'empty slogans' ahead of climate talks

Rich countries must move on from "empty slogans" when it comes to climate change and make progress in meeting funding commitments, a Chinese official said on Thursday ahead of a new round of global climate talks in Egypt next month.

Reuters

Horrific abuse at hands of ISIS leader detailed by US family after brainwashing hundreds

The Kansas native moved to Egypt in 2008 before settling in Syria with her husband who was in a leadership position in the Islamic State

Daily Mirror

Egypt’s PM Announces $15 Increase in Minimum Monthly Wage

Egypt’s prime minister on Wednesday announced a 300-pound ($15.20) increase in the minimum monthly wage, as average Egyptians suffer from soaring prices in recent months. In a news conference, Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouly announced the increase to 3,000 Egyptian pounds (over $152), up from 2,700 pounds ($137). It was the…

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Solving the energy challenge

As Thailand's delegation prepares to travel to COP27 in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt in early November, it is crucial that we reflect on, and learn from, the momentous world events that have disrupted commitments made at the last climate summit in Glasgow less than a year ago.

Bangkok Post

Kerry: US not 'obstructing' talk of climate compensation

U.S. climate envoy John Kerry says the United States wants to find a solution to a growing controversy that threatens to overtake the upcoming U.N. global conference

The Independent UK

Glasgow urged to 'lead the way' on climate change at global COP27 next month

Council leader Susan Aitken will be representing Glasgow at the annual climate summit, which was hosted by Glasgow last year and this year will be held in Egypt.

Glasgow Live

Egypt, Qatar to Boost Cooperation Through Gas Exporting Countries Forum

Egypt and Qatar have agreed to bolster cooperation in the energy sector at the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) through continuous bilateral coordination. Egyptian Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Tarek El-Molla held talks on Monday with Qatari Energy Minister Saad bin Sherida al-Kaabi. In a press statement, Molla said…

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Egyptian Presidency Pardons Former MP Zyad Elelaimy

Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi issued on Monday a decree pardoning the Egyptian political activist and former lawmaker, Zyad Elelaimy. Sisi’s decision to release Elelaimy came in response to calls from political forces and the pardon committee. It also comes in line with the President’s call to activate the work…

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Escape UK winter for luxury 28-day Egypt holiday that's £227 cheaper than staying at home, say easyJet

'While escaping abroad does not make all our financial commitments disappear, it is startling to know that like-for-like, it is cheaper to buy an all-inclusive holiday than stay in the UK this winter'

Wales Online

Egypt shuts down event spaces on first Monday of Cop27 in blow to NGOs

Groups say cancellations could restrict debate as host country tightens security for opening days

The Guardian - UK

Egypt COP27 climate summit activists concerned voices will be curtailed

The decision to hold next month's COP27 climate summit in a highly secured tourist resort in Egypt, along with restrictions on access, is curbing civil society's participation in the event, some prominent activists say.

Reuters

Egypt Keeps Fuel Prices Unchanged until Year End

Egypt fixed gasoline prices on Saturday, for a period of 3 months until the end of this year, as a result of global economic conditions and their repercussions on the oil markets. The decision comes after three consecutive price increases, and the devaluation of the local currency against the dollar,…

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The gorgeous gardens with tiny caves where you can 'visit' China, Egypt and Italy just down the A34

The breathtaking Victorian gardens are just over an hour away from Manchester city centre

Manchester Evening News

Egypt to Host 24th Meeting of Gas Exporting Countries Forum

Egypt will host the 24th Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) on Sunday under the chairmanship of Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Tarek El-Molla. El-Molla explained that the three-day meeting comes amid a global dialogue about energy security and just weeks ahead of the 2022 UN…

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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…

Bangkok Post

More tension or hope to come from COP27?

Some fear that this year's United Nations Climate Change Conference -- to be held in Egypt on Nov 6-18 -- will be an unintended casualty of the geopolitical tensions and economic challenges the world is facing. I believe the opposite: COP27 represents a unique and timely opportunity for the world…

Evening Standard

Family of British-Egyptian activist on hunger strike in prison camp outside Foreign Office

They are calling on the Foreign Office to help secure his freedom, saying he is ‘really frail and can barely stand’

Newsroom.co.nz

Political crackdowns on climate action precipitate 'green hushing'

Ahead of COP 27 in Egypt, companies are backsliding or keeping their emissions targets secret as they run scared of new conservative political and market pressures.

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King Tutankhamun: Life, death and mummy of ancient Egypt's boy pharaoh

Tutankhamun, also known as King Tut, was an ancient Egyptian pharaoh whose lavish tomb became world-famous upon its discovery in 1922.

Al Jazeera

NGOs say Malta broke the law by directing asylum seekers to Egypt

International NGOs find that the Maltese government breached a part of the 1951 Geneva Convention.

The Independent UK

‘At death’s door’: Family of Briton on hunger strike in Egypt urges action ahead of Cop27

‘If the UK does not engage right now the Egyptians authorities will see it as a green light to let him die,’ says sister Alaa Abdel-Fattah

The New Daily

Australia’s reversal on recognising Jerusalem as Israeli capital is simply a return to status quo

Australia's Jerusalem stance will likely reinforce its reputation as a middle power seeking to navigate its way through Middle East politics.

Daily Mirror

World Cup could be held in winter AGAIN as Saudi Arabia bankrolls joint 2030 bid

This year's World Cup in Qatar will be held during the European winter - causing havoc with top-flight leagues - and the same could happen again in eight years' time

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi-Egypt Electricity Interconnection Project Receives $566 Mn

Standard Chartered Bank announced $566.4 million in financing, in cooperation with the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, for Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) to facilitate a Saudi-Egypt electricity interconnection project. The 14-year financing will be guaranteed by the Swedish Export Credit Agency (EKN) and funded by the Swedish Export Credit Corporation (SEK).

The Conversation

Australia's reversal on recognising Jerusalem as Israeli capital is simply a return to status quo

The Albanese Labor government’s decision to reverse its predecessor’s recognition of West Jerusalem as Israel’s capital has elicited a predictable reaction from Israel and its supporters in Australia.

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