A Tale of Two Agendas: Western, Arab Nations Diverge on Syria’s Future
The recent visits by Western and Arab political leaders to Syria, along with unprecedented economic support, highlight an illogical rush to legitimize a group that is internationally recognized as a…
The Geopolitics of Water: How Israel Leverages Water to Strengthen Its Influence in the Middle East
Water scarcity in the Middle East stands as one of the region’s most pressing strategic challenges. As population growth and economic development increase water demand, it has become a key…
Egypt to finalize FDI, industrial development strategies in Q1, projects 4% economic growth
Minister of Planning and Economic Development, Rania Al-Mashat, announced that Egypt is on track to finalize its foreign direct investment and industrial development strategies in the first quarter (Q1) of…
Israel expands attacks in Gaza, 5 troops killed in resistance operations
Israeli media reported on Monday that five Israeli soldiers were killed and 11 others wounded in a targeted attack on a military force northern Gaza, as Israel's forces intensified their…
Madbouly reviews progress of Egypt’s Universal Health Insurance
Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly chaired a meeting on Monday to review the progress of the first phase of the Universal Health Insurance System and the preparations for launching its…
Al-Sisi reviews baccalaureate system, educational developments with key officials
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi convened a meeting on Monday with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Ayman Ashour, and Minister of Education and Technical…
Seeing the World Twice: A Journey through Life’s Contrasts
I believe I have seen the world from both sides, like those who have lived twice. In the early stages of my life, I earned a Bachelor of Science degree…
Egypt, Germany sign agreement for 2nd phase of Jobs, Migration Centre
Egyptian Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation Rania Al-Mashat witnessed the signing of an agreement to implement the second phase of the Egyptian-German Centre for Jobs, Migration, and…
Egypt’s foreign trade surpasses $104.7bn in FY 2023/24: CBE
Egypt's foreign trade reached approximately $104.7bn in the fiscal year 2023/2024, as reported by the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE). This total comprises $72.1bn in imports and $32.6bn in exports,…
Al Manar aims for 50% export share with focus on local manufacturing growth
Al Manar Group, a leading manufacturer, blender, and distributor of automotive fluids, has outlined its strategic plan to focus on local manufacturing while expanding its footprint in both Egyptian and…
