Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Co-operation and Egyptian Expatriates, Badr Abdel-Aati, has reaffirmed that Cairo is deploying all its diplomatic efforts to curb escalation in the region and promote stability.

Egypt urges UN-AL coordination to end regional conflicts

 Egypt’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ehab Mostafa Awad, has affirmed that boosting co-operation between the organisation and the Arab League is no longer merely an “institutional option,” but has become a “strategic necessity” that is imposed by the intertwined challenges facing the region, ranging from wars to worsening humanitarian crises.

Egypt, Russia accelerate industrial hub partnerships

Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Co-operation, and Egyptian Expatriates, Badr Abdel-Aati, reaffirmed Cairo’s commitment to advancing economic reforms and fostering a conducive investment climate, underscoring the country’s continued security and stability despite prevailing regional tensions.

Egypt expands agrifood exports to Uruguay

Egypt’s Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk, announced the successful opening of Uruguay’s market to Egyptian onion and garlic exports, marking a significant boost for the country’s presence in Latin American markets.

Egypt ensures full-capacity port operations to safeguard trade flows

Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Mohamed Farid and Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk affirmed that ports and customs outlets across Egypt are operating at full capacity throughout the week to ensure the uninterrupted flow of foreign trade.

Barca needs Yamal at best

MADRID — Barcelona winger Raphinha’s untimely injury heaps further pressure on teenage star Lamine Yamal ahead of the club’s triple-header against Atletico Madrid.

FAO: Iran war risks prolonged food price hikes

PARIS (Reuters) – World food prices climbed in March to their highest ‌level since September last year and could rise further if the Middle East conflict that pushed up energy prices continues, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) said on Friday.

Portugal to finish WC prep with Nigeria tie

PARIS — Portugal will complete their World Cup preparations with a friendly against Nigeria on June 10, the Portuguese Football Federation said on Friday.

Egypt gears up to host World Gymnastics Cup

Minister of Youth and Sports Gowhar Nabil met on Friday with Morinari Watanabe, President of the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG).

UN defers vote on Bahrain’s Hormuz ‘defensive’ force resolution

GENEVA (AFP) – The UN Security Council has postponed a vote scheduled for Friday on authorizing the use of “defensive” force to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian attacks, according to the official programme.

‘Steel key to Egypt’s development’

Egypt’s Minister of Industry, Khaled Hashem, has affirmed that the iron and steel sector is a cornerstone of the national economy and a key driver for achieving the country’s industrial development goals.

Chelsea drops Fernandez for 2 games

LONDON — Chelsea has dropped their record signing Enzo Fernandez for two matches after the midfielder publicly cast doubt over his future at Stamford Bridge, manager Liam Rosenior said on Friday.

Napoli and Milan face off in Serie A

MILAN — Napoli and AC Milan will face off on Monday with Serie A leaders Inter Milan in their sights, but the return of domestic football over Easter has been completely overshadowed by the fallout from Italy failing to reach yet another World Cup.

First Lady marks Orphan’s Day

First Lady Mrs. Entissar El Sisi, spouse of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, marked Orphan’s Day on Friday.

Egypt boosts gas production with 4 new wells

Egypt’s Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has successfully added four new gas wells to the national production map, located in the West El Burullus (WEB) gas field in the Mediterranean, in partnership with Cairn Energy, and in Khalda Petroleum Company fields in the Western Desert, in collaboration with Apache Corporation.

Macron urges global front against US, China

French President Emmanuel Macron is calling on medium-sized powers to join forces and stand up to the US and China.