The Latest Breaking News from Egypt

Middle Eastern Countries on Brink of Wheat Crisis

Since the eruption of the Russian-Ukrainian tensions, fears have emerged that the global wheat and grain markets will be severely affected, given that the two countries secure an important part of global exports. Russia and Ukraine account for 29% of world wheat exports, 19% of corn exports, and 80% of…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 26, 2022

Egypt, South Korea to Cooperate in Transportation, Railway Sectors

Egypt discussed with South Korea on Friday ways of supporting and developing joint cooperation in the fields of railways, metro and sea transport. They also reviewed other projects in progress between them. Egyptian Minister of Transportation Eng. Kamel al-Wazir met in Cairo with his South Korean counterpart Noh Hyeong-ouk, who…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 26, 2022

Egypt Vows to Look after Stranded Russians, Ukrainians

Egypt said Thursday it would look after any Russian and Ukrainian tourists stranded in the country because of flight cancellations stemming from Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Tourists from countries where air travel has been disrupted would be able to "stay in the hotels where they are in Egypt until their…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 25, 2022

Ancient Egyptians Recycled Wood to Build Coffins, New Study

The culture of recycling has become more common in our world to serve a more important goal: preserving the environment and preventing pollution.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 24, 2022

Hungary’s FM lauds Egypt effort to stem migration to Europe

Hungary’s foreign minister has praised Egypt’s efforts to stem the flow of Europe-bound migrants through its Mediterranean Sea shores

The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2022

Egypt Plans to Raise Debt Maturity to Ease Pressure on Public Treasury

Egypt plans to raise its average debt maturity to 3.7 years from 1.3 years to ease pressure on the public treasury, the country’s finance minister said on Tuesday in a statement. Mohamed Maait’s remarks were made during the opening session of the Egyptian Stock Exchange (EGX). “The ambitious program adopted…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 23, 2022

Egypt Develops Water Network as Ethiopia Beings Producing Electricity from GERD

The Egyptian government said Tuesday it continues to implement its comprehensive plan to develop the country’s water network. The government’s efforts come in light of a national comprehensive development plan to address limited water resources, a population increase and the ongoing dispute over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 23, 2022

Sisi Says Security of Egypt, Kuwait, GCC States Indivisible

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi made on Tuesday a one-day visit to Kuwait where he met with Emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad al-Jaber Al Sabah. Sisi also held talks with Crown Prince Sheikh Mishal al-Ahmad al-Jaber Al Sabah and Prime Minister Sheikh Sabah al-Khaled al-Hamad Al Sabah. He affirmed that the…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 23, 2022

Sudan Slams Ethiopia Move at Controversial Nile Dam

Sudan has condemned neighboring Ethiopia for launching power generation at a controversial dam on the Blue Nile without the agreement of downstream nations, saying the "unilateral move" violated international commitments. Sudan "has emphasized its rejection of all unilateral measures with regard to filling and operation" of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 22, 2022

Hina Khan wears beaded headband and asks who does she look like 'Cleopatra or Nefertiti'

Hina Khan is a fashionista and never leaves a chance to inspire people with her fashion choices. The actress has now channeled her inner queen by wearing the Egyptian beaded headband and asked her fans if she looked like Cleopatra or Nefertiti.

The Times of India · Feb 22, 2022