ESLSCA University has announced the organization of the summit “Executive Education: Your Gateway to Leadership Excellence,” to be held over two days on November 23 and 24. In a statement, ESLSCA University emphasized that excelling in today’s fast-paced business world requires more than just technical skills; it necessitates visionary leadership, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of emerging trends. The university added, “The Executive Education Summit, sponsored by ESLSCA University, provides you with a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with industry leaders.”The summit will feature ministers, deputy ministers, senior executives, and international speakers from around the world who will discuss several key themes. The university stated that the summit will feature dialogues, interviews, panel discussions, and workshops with experienced executives who have dealt with complex challenges and achieved notable successes. ESLSCA University also noted that the summit offers an opportunity to network with distinguished professionals, thought leaders, and innovators from various industries to enhance leadership skills, understand market dynamics, and improve corporate culture.

November 14, 2024 21:43 UTC

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) 100 Index has crossed the 93,000-point mark, marking a new milestone for the country’s economic prospects. The surge in the index reflects growing investor confidence and a positive outlook for Pakistan’s economic future. As Pakistan’s stock market booms, sectors such as technology, banking, and manufacturing are benefiting, creating opportunities and employment across the country. The record-breaking performance of the Pakistan Stock Exchange aligns with the government’s economic reforms, affirming that structural improvements are fostering a stable, investor-friendly environment. “By reaching this historic peak, Pakistan is proving itself as a promising frontier market, drawing interest from institutional investors worldwide,” said the Pakistan Stock Exchange.

November 14, 2024 20:30 UTC

Madbouly said that President Sisi affirmed Egypt’s complete rejection of the Israeli aggression on Palestine and Lebanon, and called on international community to avoid double standards. The president also in his speech called for a decisive international intervention to stop this unprecedented and unjustified aggression against the people of Egypt and Lebanon. The Prime Minister continued that meetings held by the President on the sideline of the summit are related to this matter. “Egypt will always support the establishment of the State of Palestine and the cessation of aggression against the Lebanese people,” he said. On the sidelines of the summit, President Sisi met with Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati and affirmed Egypt’s support for the Lebanese people.

November 14, 2024 16:56 UTC

CAIRO - 14 November 2024: Egypt's Minister of Health, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, announced that the Egyptian government has invested approximately LE118.3 billion in human and social development initiatives for 2024-2025. Among these, the newborn hearing screening covered over 6.8 million cases, while the Women’s Health Initiative has seen over 52 million visits since 2019. Egypt’s health initiatives also emphasize addressing population growth and promoting family planning. The Ministry's “A New Start for Building Human Potential” program, part of a broader initiative in human development, focuses on delivering integrated services in health, education, and employment. Vice Prime Minister Abdel Ghaffar emphasized that Egypt’s human development is not limited to healthcare.

November 14, 2024 10:56 UTC

CAIRO – 14 November 2024: Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty has affirmed the importance of resolving the presidential vacuum file in Lebanon through achieving national consensus without external interference. Abdelatty also emphasized support for Lebanese institutions as he met with Prime Minister of Lebanon Najib Mikati during his visit to Beirut on Wednesday. As he departs back to Egypt, Abdelatty accompanied 294 nationals from Beirut to return them to homeland amid Israeli war in Lebanon. Abdelatty also discussed the presidential vacuum crisis with Jumblatt, affirming the necessity of not excluding or marginalizing any Lebanese component. While Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar indicated progress in ceasefire discussions on Monday, Israel's new Defense Minister, Israel Katz, stated on Tuesday that there would be no ceasefire in Lebanon until Israel achieves its objectives.

November 14, 2024 07:11 UTC





Lebanese militant group Hezbollah declared, on Wednesday, that it used new special drones to attack Israel’s Ministry of Defence and General Staff of the army headquarters in Tel Aviv for the first time. Earlier, Israeli sources reported that seven Israeli soldiers were killed in a building collapse in a southern Lebanon village. The Israeli army faced local accusations of concealing its human losses to preserve the morale of the Israelis. Meanwhile, Hezbollah targeted with rocket barrages a logistics base for the 146th Division in the Israeli army, east of Nahariya, and a gathering of soldiers in the Sa’sa settlement. US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken called on Israel to agree to a “real and long-term” humanitarian truce in the Gaza Strip.

November 14, 2024 01:35 UTC

The decision came after Shoaib posted a video clip on her Facebook account in which she claimed to have dealt with girls and women who had become pregnant illegally, potentially violating doctor-patient confidentiality. The prosecution charged the doctor with disturbing public security and peace, using social media to stir up confusion, insulting the masses and violating family principles and values. The prosecution completed investigations with the doctor hours ago in the presence of her lawyers. Shoaib’s video goes trendingThe video clip, which went viral on social media, showed Shoaib claiming that she examined some cases of pregnancy from extramarital sex, including a 14-year-old minor who was eight months pregnant and whose family desired an abortion. I just want to say that I am not a trend person, nor am I looking for a trend.”The Doctors Syndicate announced that it had received complaints against the doctor.

November 13, 2024 20:42 UTC

CAIRO - 13 November 2024: Chairman of the Ready-Made Garments Export Council Eng. Fadel Marzouk announced that the exports of the ready-made garment sector during the period from January to September of this year achieved 2 billion and 43 million dollars, an increase of 18 percent compared to the same period last year. Marzouk added in press statements Wednesday that with regard to the export markets of the sector, the United States of America ranks first with 871 million dollars, accounting for 43 percent of the total garment exports, followed by the European Union countries with total exports of 482 million dollars, then the Arab countries markets in third place with total exports of 367 million dollars, achieving a growth rate of 21 percent compared to the same period last year. Fadel Marzouk, Chairman of the Ready-Made Garments Export Council, confirmed that "Destination Africa" ​​aims to emphasize Egypt's pivotal position and its status as a major center in the African continent for supplying all products of the sector from ready-made garments, fibers, yarns, and accessories, pointing out that this strategic industry in Egypt is characterized by a long history and a strong reputation based on the uniqueness of Egyptian cotton with high quality over many years.

November 13, 2024 18:44 UTC

Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty visited Beirut on Wednesday, expressing solidarity with Lebanon and offering support in the wake of recent Israeli airstrikes. During his meeting with Prime Minister Mikati, Abdelatty reiterated Egypt’s condemnation of the Israeli attacks, emphasising the country’s commitment to Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. He also highlighted Egypt’s efforts to secure a ceasefire in both Lebanon and the Gaza Strip, calling it crucial for regional de-escalation. He outlined Egypt’s ongoing efforts to coordinate with international actors to increase aid to Lebanon. The Egyptian Foreign Ministry’s actions reflect a consistent effort to maintain diplomatic engagement with Lebanon, offering support and aid during a time of crisis.

November 13, 2024 18:00 UTC

The Egyptian Computing Incident Response Team (EG-CIRT) and the Computing Incident Response Team for the Financial Sector (EG-FinCIRT) of the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) have secured first places in the 12th Regional Cybersecurity Competition for Arab and member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), with participation from Asia-Pacific and African countries. The competition was organized by the Arab Regional Cybersecurity Center (ITU-ARCC), in Muscat, Sultanate of Oman, under the theme “The Impact of Cyber Threats on the Digital Economy,” with the participation of more than 600 members of incident response teams and National Cybersecurity Centers from Arab and Islamic countries participating in the competition. The activities and proposed scenarios focused on building the capabilities of response teams and enhancing communication among them to ensure an effective response to escalating cyber threats. Sherif Hazem, CBE’s Sub-Governor for Cybersecurity, stated: “Cybersecurity issues have become a fundamental focus in safeguarding the national security across the globe, especially amid the intensified reliance on digital technologies. This necessitates the readiness of all states’ entities, with the banking and financial institutions at the forefront, to mitigate cyberattacks and cyberwarfare.

November 13, 2024 17:20 UTC

CAIRO - 13 November 2024: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty has reiterated Egypt's full support for all the Lebanese establishments, particularly the military. During the meeting, the Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs also condemned the brutal Israeli aggression on Lebanese territory and the violation of Lebanese sovereignty, affirming Egypt's steadfast support for Lebanon's security and safety. The top diplomat stressed Egypt's full support for Lebanon against the Israeli assaults that blatantly violate international law, said Foreign Ministry spokesman Tamim Khallaf. Cairo is following with concern the aggravating displacement crisis in Lebanon and is acting to intensify the delivery of humanitarian aid to the Lebanese people, Abdelatty told Aoun. He underscored directives by President Abdel Fattah El Sisi to provide full support for Lebanon in such critical humanitarian circumstances.

November 13, 2024 16:09 UTC

CAIRO – 8 November 2024: An international delegation attending the 12th World Urban Forum toured "Badia", a sustainable smart city project in October City, Egypt. The visit aimed to showcase Egypt's achievements in urban development and attract international investment. The delegation was briefed on the project's features, including its sustainable design and smart city technologies. They expressed admiration for Egypt's progress in urban development and expressed interest in potential collaborations. The tour was organized as part of the Egyptian government's efforts to promote its urban development expertise on the global stage.

November 08, 2024 18:43 UTC

Following the XVI BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia is reflecting on the results of its 2024 chairmanship of the bloc. “The summit demonstrated the rapidly growing authority of BRICS and the desire of more countries to join its work,” said Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in a BRICSterview. The expansion of BRICS to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, has strengthened the group’s influence, according to Lavrov. Lavrov also highlighted the establishment of the BRICS+ Information and Cultural Media Centre in Moscow, which was opened in 2024. Lavrov concluded by stating that he is pleased with the success of Russia’s chairmanship of BRICS, particularly with the summit in Kazan.

November 08, 2024 14:28 UTC

Philip Morris Misr announces its new price list for all variants of its heated tobacco products ‘HEETS’ and ‘TEREA’, and conventional cigarettes ‘Merit, Marlboro and L&M’. • All variants of Marlboro will be sold officially at EGP 89 per pack. • All variants of Marlboro Crafted will be sold officially at EGP 74 per pack. The company’s current product portfolio primarily consists of cigarettes and smoke-free products. As of June 30, 2024, PMI’s smoke-free products were available for sale in 90 markets, and PMI estimates that 36.5 million adults around the world use PMI’s smoke-free products.

November 08, 2024 02:52 UTC

Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG) has reported record sales, reaching EGP 470bn (equivalent to $9.4bn) as of November 6th. This represents a significant increase of over four times compared to the EGP 108bn recorded during the same period last year. The group’s new “SouthMed” project on the North Coast of the Mediterranean Sea has generated EGP 280bn (approximately $5.6bn) in sales. Meanwhile, the “Benan” project in Saudi Arabia, launched last May, has achieved remarkable sales of approximately EGP 53bn, exceeding its initial year-one sales target. The management of Talaat Moustafa Group believes its new business model will continue to leverage the company’s market leadership position.

November 08, 2024 01:44 UTC