CAIRO - 2 March 2024: Al-Qahera News TV Channel reported Saturday that 11 Palestinians were killed in an Israeli raid that targeted a tent allocated for displaced Palestinians west of Rafah City, south of the Gaza Strip. The Israeli occupation forces have continued their aggression against the Gaza Strip by land, sea and air since the seventh of last October, resulting in the martyrdom of more than 30,000 Palestinians. Most of the killed Palestinians are children and women. The Israeli aggression has also led to more than 71,000 injuries. And while more than 8,000 are still missing under the rubble and on the roads, the occupation prevents ambulance crews from reaching them.

CAIRO - 2 March 2024: Egyptian Prime Minister, Mustafa Madbouli, inaugurated the second International Conference on Medical Tourism Applications in the New Administrative Capital. The two-day event, held under the patronage of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, brought together a wide range of stakeholders in the medical tourism industry. He indicated that the size of the global healthcare market, according to the Medical Tourism Magazine, exceeds the gross domestic product of some giant countries like Japan, Germany, or India. Additionally, according to the Medical Tourism Association (MTA), millions of people around the world cross their national borders and travel to other destinations to receive healthcare. He further explained that medical and wellness tourism is a fertile ground for foreign direct investment, as it is one of the essential services.

CAIRO – 1 March 2024: The Supreme Authority for Palestinian Tribal Affairs in the Gaza Strip extended its thanks and appreciation to Egypt, Friday for its efforts in bringing humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip. Al-Masry appreciated the efforts of the Egyptian Red Crescent, which is ‘making redoubled efforts’ in providing and organizing the entry of humanitarian aid to the Palestinian peopleThe General Commissioner of the Tribes revealed that, through his communication with the concerned authorities in Egypt, he sensed that they were extremely keen and searching for all means in attempts to bring humanitarian aid and medical supplies to the people in the Gaza Strip. Al-Masry added that Egyptian efforts did not stop at supporting the rights of the Palestinian people in international forums and mobilizing international public opinion to support the Palestinian people. Rather, Egypt opened its doors to the passage of humanitarian and relief aid to the people of Gaza, victims of the criminal Israeli aggression, and provided about 80% of the aid directed to the people in Gaza along with establishing a number of camps to shelter the displaced, and field hospitals. Al-Masry confirmed that the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip ‘highly appreciate the sincere Egyptian efforts’ to provide relief and shelter for the people in Gaza.

Additionally, 43 injured Palestinians and those accompanying relatives entered from the besieged Gaza to Egypt for medical treatment. Furthermore, Al-Arish Airport in North Sinai has continued to receive planes transporting humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip since October 12, 2023. The total number of planes that arrived at Al-Arish Airport in North Sinai has reached 622 planes, transporting aid to Gaza and official delegations since the start of the Israeli aggression on Gaza. The Egyptian Red Crescent received this aid and transported it from Al-Arish to the Gaza Strip. Gharib Abdel Hafez, spokesman for the Egyptian Armed Forces, confirmed on Thursday that Egypt and the UAE are continuing their joint efforts to airdrop tons of humanitarian aid onto the north of the Gaza Strip.

President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi on Thursday received the Chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council of Sudan, Abdel Fattah Burhan, at the Cairo International Airport. Egypt is committed to preserving Sudan’s security, he said, and will provide continued support to achieve its political, security and economic stability. It will also continue to support Sudan’s unity and resolve the existing conflict, as the national security of both countries is closely intertwined. Sisi further stressed Egypt’s continued commitment to playing its role in alleviating the humanitarian strain the conflict has wrought on the Sudanese people. They also agreed to continue intensive consultations and mutual coordination within the coming period.

Friday, March 1Cairo and Lower Egypt record 30 and 17; Northern Coasts records 27 and 14; South Sinai records 28 and 17, Northern Upper Egypt records 30 and 14; South Upper Egypt records 32 and 17. Saturday, March 2Cairo and Lower Egypt record 24 and 13; Northern Coasts records 21 and 12; South Sinai records 28 and 16; Northern Upper Egypt records 25 and 11 and South Upper Egypt records 32 and 13. Sunday, March 3Greater Cairo and Lower Egypt record 23 and 14; Northern Coasts records 21 and 12; South Sinai records 25 and 16; Northern Upper Egypt records 23 and 11 and South Upper Egypt records 28 and 14. Monday, March 4Greater Cairo and Lower Egypt record 22 and 13; Northern Coasts records 21 and 12; South Sinai records 25 and 16; Northern Upper Egypt records 23 and 12 and South Upper Egypt records 28 and 13. Tuesday, March 5Greater Cairo and Lower Egypt record 23 and 14; Northern Coasts records 21 and 12; South Sinai records 27 and 16; Northern Upper Egypt records 25 and 12 and South Upper Egypt records 29 and 13.

Moreover, the Biden administration is also dealing with Russia’s war in Ukraine, which has further reduced its involvement in the Middle East. Deepening commitments to the Middle East is unlikely to be a successful strategy for either American political party in a critical election year. The most urgent task at present, before even considering the post-war situation, is for the regional powers to pursue new and stronger regional security arrangements that can ensure stability. The Middle East needs to establish a permanent regional security forum that provides a lasting platform for dialogue among its actors. Although this vision may seem unrealistic today, the leaders in the Middle East have the power to end the cycle of violence and guide the region toward a more positive direction.

The Rwandan government has allocated $300m (382bn Rwandan francs) to a project aimed at mitigating flooding risks along the Mukungwa River, a tributary that feeds into Lake Victoria and ultimately the Nile River and the Mediterranean Sea. “This project aims to deploy various measures to mitigate flooding along the Mukungwa River,” explained Davis Bugingo, Manager of the Flood Management and Water Storage Division at the Rwanda Water Resources Board. Supported by the World Bank and coordinated by Rwanda’s Ministry of Environment, the VRP also involves collaboration with various government institutions, including the Rwanda Meteorology Agency, Rwanda Development Board, and Rwanda Forestry Authority. With a total financing requirement exceeding $300m, the VRP has secured support from partners such as the World Bank, European Investment Bank, Nordic Development Fund (NDF), and Climate Green Fund. The project is expected to span five years, with specific sections of the Mukungwa River benefiting from ecological measures that integrate eco-tourism initiatives.

The MoU aims to provide the following services:Support company founders, especially SMEs, in obtaining and exploiting investment opportunities effectively. Introduce business youth associations around the world to the investment opportunities and incentives available in Egypt, as well as the services provided by GAFI to investors. Cooperate in updating the databases of available investment opportunities, targeted sectors, and studies of targeted markets, and research the needs of these markets for different products to increase Egyptian exports. Heiba emphasized the importance of the role of business associations in promoting investment in Egypt and creating innovative solutions to the economic challenges facing the country and the world. He also said that the success stories of companies operating in Egypt are the main attraction for new investors and that investors are the best promoters of investment opportunities and incentives to their peers.

The platform makes it available to tourists seeking treatment or hospitalization, and directs the rapid completion of the final preparations for the platform, in preparation for its launch in the coming period as the first electronic platform for health tourism in Egypt. Which will work within a national entity that will undertake the management, supervision and operation, as well as marketing of the electronic platform. Abdel Ghaffar continued that the recommendations that were accomplished in the first meeting were discussed during the meeting, as the minister praised the cooperation protocols that were concluded with several countries and destinations to promote health tourism in Egypt. A cooperation agreement was also concluded with the Egyptian African Company for Development Projects to use the medical centers it owns in several African countries as marketing centers for the medical tourism project in Egypt. Affiliated to the Ministry of Industry and Trade for marketing medical tourism abroad.

Egypt signed 7 agreements with 7 international developers on Wednesday to implement projects in the fields of green hydrogen and renewable energy. The developers who signed the agreements were:Bash GlobalSmart EnergyGamma Construction and MeridiamSK E&C Plant-C&C North AfricaEl Tokkel GeelaAMM PowerUnited Energy GroupThe agreements cover a wide range of projects, including the production of green hydrogen, green ammonia, and renewable energy. Ayman Soliman, CEO of the TSFE, said that the fund has received continuous and growing interest from investors in green hydrogen projects. The signing of the agreements is a significant step forward for Egypt’s green hydrogen program. The program has the potential to make Egypt a major hub for green hydrogen production and export.

The certificate was signed by Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of International Cooperation, and Mr. Wang Wentao, Minister of Commerce of China. The implementation of the project began on January 16, 2016, and was completed on June 30, 2023. The Minister also stressed the keenness of the two countries to continuously coordinate and implement development projects in various areas of cooperation. She also indicated that the project contributes positively to transferring Chinese expertise to Egyptian technical personnel in the field of assembling And satellite testing. Madbouly affirmed the Egyptian government's keenness to propel cooperation with China and attract Chinese companies to Egypt, pointing out that many agreements have recently been signed between both sides.

CAIRO – 28 February 2024: With the holy month of Ramadan fast approaching, negotiators are expressing a range of opinions regarding the possibility of a ceasefire in Gaza. Egypt has been actively working towards achieving a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, emphasizing the disastrous consequences of the Israeli attacks. ‘Big gaps’ vs optimismPresident Joe Biden is also optimistic that a ceasefire in Gaza would be achieved as soon as next Monday. Qatar, which gears up for hosting negotiations between the four countries’ officials soon, has shown mixed reactions towards the prospects of a close agreement. Its foreign ministry denied on Tuesday the presence of any agreement between Israel and Hamas so far.

Wednesday 28 February 2024 10:00 AMMinister of Trade and Industry Ahmed Samir held a series of intensive meetings with trade ministers from member countries of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in Abu Dhabi. They also exchanged views on the global economic situation and other issues of common interest. He also said that the meeting addressed the future of global trade and how to strengthen the multilateral trading system. He also met with Tomislav Momirovic, the Minister of Internal and Foreign Trade of Serbia, to review ways to develop trade, industrial, and investment cooperation between the two countries. They also discussed the latest global economic developments and several topics and files of common interest.

FILE - Hand of a child killed in Gaza Strip by Israeli shelling in 2023CAIRO – 28 February 2024: President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi said Wednesday that Egypt looked forward to a ceasefire within a few days so that the real rescue of the Palestinian people begins. The president equally stressed Egypt’s keenness on a permanent truce and the implementation of the two-state solution consisting of the establishment of a Palestinian state on the borders of June 4, 1967 having as capital Eastern Jerusalem. On a related front, President Sisi reiterated that Egypt had never closed Rafah Border Crossing since the outbreak of war on October 7. He also urged the Egyptian people to back Palestinians in the Strip through humanitarian and medical aid. The president's statements came during the fifth edition of the "Differently Abled" ceremony held in New Cairo.