The Egyptian ministers will meet with Chairman of the Sudanese Council of Sovereignty Abdel Fatah al-Burhan, and Sudanese Prime Minister Abdulla al-Hamdok. The dispute among Egypt, Sudan, and Ethiopia dates back to May 2011 when Ethiopia started building the dam; Egypt voiced concern over its water share [55.5 billion cubic meters]. The dam is located on the Blue Nile with a capacity of 74 billion cubic meters, and is expected to generate up to 6,000 megawatts of power. The first filling was carried out in 2020 with 4.9 billion cubic meters. Currently, Ethiopia intends to do the second filling in July with at least 13.5 billion cubic meters.

- ReutersCAIRO - 9 Juny 2021: The Egyptian Health Ministry said 773 new coronavirus cases were detected, upping the total number of confirmed cases since the outbreak in the country began to 269,527. The first agreement is related to the transfer of technology required to manufacture the vaccine doses, a Cabinet statement read. Last month, Egypt has received its first batch of the raw materials required to produce the Sinovac vaccine. Zayed in a press conference said VACSERA will produce 40 million Sinovac doses in the first year. Egypt is expected to produce the first batch of Sinovac doses by June 15, said Zayed on Sunday.

BRASILIA (Reuters) – The Brazilian soccer team criticised the last-minute decision to switch the Copa America to Brazil from Argentina amid a surge in novel coronavirus infections but said they would play in the 10-nation tournament which kicks off in Brasilia on Sunday. Brazil was unexpectedly chosen to stage the Copa America after co-hosts Colombia were removed amid ongoing civil unrest and Argentina withdrew due to a surge in COVID-19 cases. Multiple news reports in Brazil had said the players were upset at not being consulted about the decision as well as the possible public health consequences, with some players reportedly reluctant to take part. In a statement posted online early on Wednesday, the Brazil players said they were “not satisfied” with the way the South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL) handled the decision. “For different reasons, be they humanitarian or professional, we are not satisfied with the way the Copa America has been handled by CONMEBOL,” the players said.

Now we know what to expect, it's going to be much more difficult on the 15th (against Germany)," said Deschamps. The game was attended by 5,000 fans almost eight months after Les Bleus last played in front of a crowd versus Portugal. Benzema then landed awkwardly after a header and asked to come off as he held his knee just before the break. Deschamps made several changes during a quieter second half, with key midfielder Ngolo Kante being replaced by Thomas Lemar in the 65th minute. Griezmann was also spared as he was replaced by Ousmane Dembele one minute later.

He described Sisi decision to be ‘very important’ and emphasizes Egypt's keenness to support the organization along with supporting women's issues in Islamic countries, which contributes to achieving sustainable development. Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi instructed, Monday that Egypt pay the annual contributions allocated for WDO affiliated to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), set to be paid by the least developed countries. As per the presidential directives, Egypt will pay the share of contributions on behalf of 22 countries, Presidential spokesman Bassam Radi explained in a statement. These countries include those who ratified the organization's statute and already joined the Cairo-based WDO as well as those who will join it. These countries are Egypt, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Djibouti, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Kuwait, Maldives, Mauritania, Niger, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Palestine and UAE.

Egyptian Minister of Trade and Industry Nevine Gamea on Tuesday oversaw the signing of a framework agreement between the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone) and its Polish counterpart in the Katowice region to establish a Polish industrial zone in Ain Sukhna, Egypt. The Head of SCZone Yehia Zaki, and President of the Katowice Special Economic Zone Janusz Michalek signed the agreement in the presence of the Polish Deputy Foreign Minister Paweł Jabłoński, Poland’s Minister of State for Economic Development Grzegorz Piechowiak, the Polish Ambassador in Cairo Michał Łabenda, Vice President of the SCZone Mohamed Shaaban about 50 Polish officials and businessmen. The Polish economic zone in Ain Sukhna is planned with an area of 400 to 1,000,000 square meters targeting food industries, electronic industries and auto spare parts in Ain Sokhna. Zaki said that SCZone fully supports investors and developers in the region and works to fulfill its obligations, facilitate all difficulties, provide all capabilities for investor satisfaction and provide an attractive work environment for investment. He said that this was reflected in the issuance of some amendments to the executive regulations of SCZone and the issuance of import and export rules and customs guide.

LONDON: Former England striker Jermain Defoe has signed a new one-year contract with Rangers for the 2021-22 season as he moves into a player-coach role under Steven Gerrard, the Scottish champions said on Tuesday. Defoe has scored 32 goals in 72 appearances for Rangers since joining them in January 2019 and played an influential role on and off the pitch during their Premiership title triumph last season. After claiming his first league winners' medal at the age of 38, Defoe has decided to delay hanging up his boots and help the club retain the title alongside former England team mate Gerrard. "I am absolutely delighted to be retaining the services of Jermain both as a player, and now also as a coach," Gerrard said in a club statement. "It is well-documented the relationship I have with him, having known him for so many years, and I am thrilled that he is going to be passing on his amazing experience and professionalism to the attacking players throughout the club."

Minister of Irrigation and Water Resources Mohamed Abdel Aty and Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Al Sayed al-Qusair in meeting on June 8, 2021. The minister of agriculture noted that modern irrigation will boost productivity by 30-40 percent, and that the first phase will include the governorates of Qalyoubiyah and Beni Suef. He added that the ministry is currently raising awareness among farmers on the benefits of switching from traditional to modern irrigation methods. In March, the water resources ministry revealed that modern irrigation systems had been introduced in 230,000 feddans and would be introduced in further 55,000 feddans as requested by agricultural land owners. The ministry attributed demand by farmers on modern irrigation systems to the desire of lowering costs, and improving the productivity and quality of crops.

Over 20 ambassadors and their spouses on Tuesday toured the antiquities replicas factory in Obour City, inaugurated by Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Khaled al-Anany in March in cooperation with the Kenouz Co. Egypt. It aims to keep keep the pace with the local and global market’s needs for manufacturing archaeological replicas, and will be worked on by highly competent Egyptian artists and specialists. The minister assured that first and foremost the purpose of this project is not commercial, but instead seeks to introduce Egypt’s industry to the world while protecting its cultural heritage and the property rights of its artifacts. All replicas produced in the factory will have a special stamp of approval from the Supreme Council of Antiquities, he explained, with a certificate to show it is not an authentic artifact but one produced by the ministry. A barcode present on each product will display this information in English and Arabic, alongside other details such as he material it is made of, the weight, name and place of display of the original piece.

Liverpool and Egyptian football superstar Mohamed Salah is enjoying his summer vacation in Egypt, which he started a few days ago following the end of the football season in England. Salah used that time to enjoy his vacation with family on Egypt’s beaches, which he eagerly shared with fans on his personal Instagram account. It came two days after he posted a picture of him on one of the beaches of al-Alamein. Salah’s images of his vacation at Egypt’s beaches have become trending across social media, a sign that the football star has become one of Egyptian tourism’s biggest ambassadors. Fully aware of his role in support Egypt’s tourism, Salah eagerly shares photos of his trips to Egypt.

Minister of Planning and Economic Development Hala al-Said and EU Ambassador in Cairo Christian Berger in meeting on June 7, 2021. Press PhotoCAIRO - 8 June 2021: Minister of Planning and Economic Development Hala El-Said conferred with EU Ambassador in Cairo Christian Berger and his accompanying delegation over means of enhancing joint relations and Egypt's plans to increase investments in the coming phase. She asserted that Egypt's strategy in this regard was based on striking a balance between the citizens' health and economic activity. The meeting also covered the current EU programs and proposals for pushing forward cooperation with Egypt in the coming period. The EU ambassador, for his part, praised relations with Egypt, which he sees as a basic partner for the EU in the Middle East.

Bańka during his visit to the NMEC - Min. of Tourism & AntiquitiesCAIRO – 8 June 2021: The National Museum of Egyptian Civilization in Fustat received President of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Witold Bańka, on the sidelines of his official visit to Egypt. During the visit to the NMEC - Min. The tour included the Central Exhibition Hall and the Mummies Hall, where Bańka was introduced to the ancient Egyptian civilization through the pieces displayed in the museum. of Tourism & AntiquitiesThe head of the World Anti-Doping Agency Witold Bańka expressed his great happiness at what he saw inside the museum, which indicates the greatness of the Egyptian civilization.

CAIRO – 8 June 2021: On June 8, many important events took place. Important world events:1867 - The issuance of a law changing the title of the ruler of Egypt to the Khedive. The first to assume the title is Khedive Ismail, and according to this decree, he enjoyed some independence in managing the country's internal and financial affairs. 1992 - The assassination of the thinker, Farag Fouda, by the Islamic Group in Egypt. 2014 - Abdel Fattah El-Sisi becomes President of Egypt.

REUTERS: Belgium are at a disadvantage in the European Championship as they will not play any home games in the tournament, defender Thomas Vermaelen said on Tuesday. Of the 24 teams at Euro 2020, nine get to play in front of home fans. "It is certainly a disadvantage that we have to play away games and have to travel," Vermaelen told a news conference. Belgium will leave for St Petersburg on the eve of their opening game and return back to their base at Tubize, some 25km south of Brussels, straight afterwards. After three days back home, they head to Copenhagen for their second group game and from there will travel straight onto St Petersburg.

CAIRO – 8 June 2021: President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi received a phone call Tuesday from Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez discussing economic and diplomatic cooperation. The president commended the Egyptian-Spanish ties saying he looks forward to bolstering bilateral relations, particularly in the sectors where Spain has outstanding expertise. That is in addition to encouraging Spanish firms to seize investment opportunities in Egypt, especially national mega projects. On his side, the Spanish prime minister expressed appreciation for the leadership and people of Egypt lauding the extended friendship between both countries. He also expressed keenness on expanding cooperation with Egypt in various fields, and intensifying consultation and coordination with the fellow Mediterranean country.