Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk, has received a report from the Head of the Egyptian Agricultural Quarantine Mohamed El Mansy regarding Egypt’s agricultural exports from 1 January to 16 October 2024. According to the report, Egypt’s agricultural exports exceeded 6.9 million tonnes of agricultural products, valued at approximately $4.04bn, marking an increase of $980m and over 574,000 tonnes compared to the same period last year. The report highlighted that the top agricultural exports included citrus fruits, potatoes, onions, grapes, beans, sweet potatoes, mangoes, tomatoes, garlic, strawberries, guava, and pomegranates. The total agricultural exports of citrus fruits reached 2,274,295 tonnes, along with 973,130 tonnes of fresh potatoes, making them the second largest agricultural export after citrus. Potatoes were sixth among agricultural exports with a total of 153,736 tonnes.

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) decided last Thursday to maintain the overnight deposit and lending rates and CBE’s main operation at 27.25%, 28.25% and 27.75% respectively. The committee also decided to maintain the credit and discount rate at 27.75%. This decision reflects the latest developments and expectations at the global and local levels since the previous MPC meeting. It explained that globally, tight monetary policies in advanced and emerging market economies contributed to the decline in inflation, as some central banks continued to cut interest rates as inflation approached its target levels. The Committee also indicated upward risks around inflation, in light of the volatility in the global prices of major commodities, especially energy.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi delivered a recorded address to the BRICS Business Forum on Friday, emphasizing the importance of economic cooperation and investment among member countries. This is in addition to intensifying work to advance the path of sustainable development,” President Al-Sisi said. “The meetings hosted in various ancient Russian cities have contributed to deepening the ties and cooperation frameworks among our countries,” President El-Sisi said. President Al-Sisi also commended the BRICS Business Forum, stating that it demonstrates a commitment to enhancing relations among member countries and contributing to increased investments, inter-trade, and joint projects. In conclusion, President Al-Sisi expressed his hope that the forum will yield tangible results that contribute to enhancing investments and economic cooperation among BRICS countries.

CAIRO – 19 October 2024: Foreign, Emigration and Expatriates Affairs Minister Badr Abdelatty has reaffirmed Egypt's unshakeable position as regards the crisis in Sudan. During a meeting with the ministry's department concerned with the Sudanese crisis on Saturday, Abdelatty emphasized the importance of preserving Sudan's state institutions, respecting Sudan's sovereignty and territorial integrity, facilitating humanitarian work, and providing humanitarian assistance as well as all forms of support to alleviate the impact of the crisis on the people of Sudan. The meeting tackled the latest developments in Sudan, as well as Egypt's efforts to restore security and stability in the sisterly Arab country. The minister was given a situation assessment about the developments in Sudan and a brief on Cairo's efforts to support the Sudanese people during the delicate moment they are going through.

Egyptian and Emirati military transport aircraft have airdropped “tens of tons” of urgent assistance in northern Gaza - Egyptian army spoxCAIRO – 19 October 2024: Egyptian and Emirati military transport aircraft have airdropped “tens of tons” of urgent assistance in northern Gaza to address the pressing shortage of humanitarian supplies, Gharib Abdel Hafez, the spokesperson for Egypt's Armed Forces, said in a statement on Saturday. The aid delivery was carried out in accordance with the directives of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, to continue the provision of urgent humanitarian aid via the designated airbridge to support the Palestinian brethren in Gaza, the statement added. The airdrop comes amidst the crisis faced by the fraternal Palestinian people in Gaza due to the shortage in various humanitarian needs, the statement read. This initiative is part of Egypt's ongoing efforts, in collaboration with sisterly and friendly nations, to mitigate the challenging living conditions experienced by the Palestinian brethren as a consequence of the military operations in Gaza, the statement affirmed.

In addition, the Israeli military has intensified its air and ground operations in the northern Gaza Strip, particularly in the Jabalia camp. On Saturday, the Ministry of Health in Gaza announced that the Israeli occupation committed 3 massacres in the Strip, of which 19 dead and 91 wounded arrived at hospitals during the past 24 hours. In this context, the American and French presidents, the German Chancellor and the British Prime Minister called for an end to the Gaza war after a meeting in Berlin. In Lebanon, the Israeli occupation army said that it intercepted two drones launched from Lebanon towards northern Israel on Saturday morning. In an unprecedented event, the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged that a drone was launched towards the Prime Minister’s house in Caesarea, noting that the Prime Minister and his wife were not present at the site.

File- President Abdel Fatah al-Sisi met with his Russian Counterpart Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Osaka - Press photoCAIRO – 19 October 2024: Russian President Vladimir Putin described Russian-Egyptian relations as "distinguished," stating that his country has maintained strong ties with Egypt for decades. In recent years, thanks to President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, these relations have been further strengthened. Putin noted, "We have specific plans for the construction of machinery and equipment, which are both long-term and promising." Russia and Egypt signed in November 2015 an agreement to build a nuclear power plant worth $26 billion in Dabaa town located in Matrouh governorate western the country. The project is estimated to generate net revenues worth $264 billion over 60 years, which is the lifespan of the reactors at the plant.

e& Business Egypt, the enterprise arm of e& Egypt, made a significant impact at GITEX Global 2024, one of the world’s largest tech exhibitions, held from 14 to 18 October. The unveiling of its bold new identity at GITEX Global 2024 underscores e& Business Egypt’s evolution and commitment to delivering innovative digital solutions that drive performance and accelerate clients’ digital transformation journeys. At GITEX Global, e& Business Egypt showcased solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of businesses, emphasizing its relentless focus on innovation, service excellence, and digital readiness. During the exhibition, e& Business Egypt signed several strategic partnership agreements with prominent local and international companies. Sherif El-Khouly, Chief Business Officer at e& Egypt, expressed his enthusiasm about the company’s participation at GITEX Global, stating: “GITEX Global is a world-leading platform that brings together the most innovative technology under one roof.

Sextortion scammers often use the following and follower lists of their targets to try and blackmail them. This allows us to quickly find and take action against sextortion accounts, and to make significant progress in detecting both new and returning scammers. With Instagram Teen Accounts, teens under 18 will be defaulted into stricter message settings, which mean they can’t be messaged by anyone they don’t follow or aren’t connected to. In the EU, we will start placing teens into Teen Accounts later this year and in the rest of the world Teen Accounts will be available from January. We’ll continue to evolve our defenses to help protect our community from sextortion criminals.

Al-Azhar affirms that the martyrs of the "Palestinian Resistance" were true fighters who instilled fear in their enemies. In mourning the “Martyrs of the Palestinian Resistance,” Al-Azhar emphasizes the need to expose the lies and deception of the Zionist media machine, which seeks to distort the image of the Palestinian resistance in the minds of our youth and children. Khalil al-Hayya, a Hamas leader, officially announced the martyrdom of the movement's leader Yahya Sinwar during clashes with Israeli occupation forces in the Gaza Strip. He moved between all the combat sites, steadfast and resolute on the land of Gaza, defending Palestine and its sanctities, inspiring a spirit of steadfastness, patience, and resistance', al-Hayya said. 'To our great people, to our Arab and Islamic nation, and to the free people of the world', al-Hayya said.

Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration Badr Abdelatty received a phone call today, October 18, from his Lebanese counterpart Abdullah Bou Habib.- press photoCAIRO – 18 October 2024: Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration Badr Abdelatty received a phone call today, October 18, from his Lebanese counterpart Abdullah Bou Habib. The two officials discussed the latest developments in Lebanon and the efforts being made to address the deteriorating situation in the region. During the call, Minister Abdelatty highlighted Egypt's ongoing efforts to achieve an immediate ceasefire and restore calm. The Foreign Minister also reaffirmed Egypt's commitment to strengthening Lebanese national institutions, particularly the Lebanese army, to ensure stability in Lebanon. Abdelatty expressed Egypt's eagerness to continue providing various forms of support to Lebanon during these critical times.

Yahya Al-Sinwar, the enigmatic leader of Hamas, was killed in a clash with Israeli soldiers in Gaza on Wednesday, the Israeli military said Thursday. The Israeli military stated that during the patrol, soldiers encountered three armed men and exchanged fire, resulting in their deaths. Born into poverty in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza, Al-Sinwar played a pivotal role in establishing Hamas’s military wing during the first Palestinian intifada. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a reference to Al-Sinwar, once said, “This is a little Hitler in a bunker.”The Legacy of the Izz Al-Din Al-Qassam BrigadesThe recent conflict brought the Izz Al-Din Al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, to the forefront. As the echoes of history reverberate through the Izz Al-Din Al-Qassam Brigades, the ongoing saga in Gaza unfolds against a backdrop of geopolitical intricacies and historical resonances.

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi met with Iran Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Thursday, urging de-escalation in the Middle East and calling for an end to violence in Gaza, Lebanon, and the West Bank. Iran’s top diplomat, Araghchi, arrived Wednesday in Cairo, on the first visit by an Iranian foreign minister in almost 12 years. The meeting, which was also attended by Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty, focused on the current situation in the region. Iran foreign minister expressed appreciation for Egypt’s ongoing efforts to achieve stability and security in the region, praising Egypt’s role across all fronts. Araghchi also conveyed greetings and appreciation from Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to President Al-Sisi, a gesture that was warmly reciprocated.

CAIRO – 17 October 2024: Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly emphasized the Egyptian government's commitment to completing the first phase of the Egyptian-Saudi electricity interconnection project on schedule by next May, with a capacity of 1,500 megawatts. Following the completion of this phase, work will commence on the second phase, which will also have a capacity of 1,500 megawatts. Madbouly convened a meeting on Thursday to review the status of the Egyptian-Saudi electricity interconnection project. Mona Rizk, Chairperson of the Egyptian Electricity Transmission Company; Eng. Yasser Naguib, Head of the Energy and Water Solutions Sector at Orascom Construction; Adham Kamel, Project Manager at Prysmian Power Link; and several officials from relevant authorities.

'Puppetson's' selection for MedPitching, part of the MedFilm Festival, is a significant milestone, offering the film the chance to explore potential co-production opportunities in Italy. Egyptian filmmaker Amrosh Badr’s feature documentary Puppetson has been selected to participate in the third edition of MedPitching. MedPitching, organised under the framework of MedMeetings, aims to foster co-production opportunities within the Euro-Mediterranean region by connecting international film projects with Italian producers. The selection of Puppetson for MedPitching is a significant milestone, offering the film the chance to explore potential co-production opportunities in Italy, further solidifying its place on the international stage. It has previously won two awards from ‘The Factory’ initiative at the Luxor African Film Festival, participated in the documentary films workshop at the Ismailia International Documentary and Short Film Festival in cooperation with the American Embassy in Cairo and Film Independent.