President Abdel Fattah El Sisi stressed the importance of giving top priority to the redevelopment of Historic Cairo, directing that all related buildings and facilities be upgraded according to the highest standards in order to transform the area into a global tourist destination and a major cultural landmark.
Egypt, Tajikistan launch first air transport pact
Egypt and Tajikistan have initialled their first bilateral air transport services agreement, alongside a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on air operations. This marks a significant milestone in advancing civil aviation co-operation between the two nations.
Egypt, Eritrea bolster partnership, regional co-ordination
Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Co-operation and Egyptians Abroad, Badr Abdel-Aati, affirmed Egypt’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Eritrea, expanding economic and trade cooperation across key sectors, and enhancing co-ordination on regional developments of mutual concern.
Egypt pushes to localise Japanese medical tech
The Chairman of the Egyptian Authority for Unified Procurement (UPA), Dr Hesham Stait, conducted a series of high-level meetings in Japan to advance co-operation in localising medical industries.
Egypt fast-tracks ‘Historic Cairo’ redevelopment
Egypt’s Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli conducted an inspection tour on Saturday to review the ongoing redevelopment and restoration of several historic areas and landmarks across Cairo. The initiative is part of the government’s broader effort to preserve the capital’s historical and architectural identity while enhancing the visual appeal of its heritage districts.
7 injured as car rams into pedestrians in Modena, Italy
Seven people were injured on Saturday when a car drove into pedestrians in the centre of the northern Italian city of Modena, police said, according to Reuters.
Magnitude 6.0 earthquake hits Antigua, Barbuda
A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Antigua and Barbuda on Saturday, according to the US Geological Survey, aacording to Reuters.
Sinner reaches Italian Open final
ROME — Jannik Sinner will face Casper Ruud in the men’s final of the Italian Open after finishing off Daniil Medvedev in Saturday’s closing chapter of an enthralling last-four clash, which was paused overnight due to rain in Rome.
Acosta wins pole in Catalan GP
MADRID — KTM rider Pedro Acosta earned pole position at the Catalunya MotoGP in qualifying, while overall leader Marco Bezzecchi crashed.
Man City celebrates FA Cup glory
LONDON — Manchester City kept alive their hopes of winning a domestic treble as Antoine Semenyo’s sensational second-half finish broke Chelsea’s resolve to settle the FA Cup final 1-0 at Wembley.
