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Maritime traffic through Red Sea by 60%: EU’s Red Sea Aspides mission

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 - 02:49 GMT

Despite this upward trend, current traffic levels still fall short of the 72 to 75 vessels per day that were typical before Houthi-related disruptions

Whale Shark spotted in Laguna in Dahab 'poses no threat to humans': Environment Min.

Tue, 13 May 2025 - 11:41 GMT

Egyptian Minister of Environment, immediately directed the South Sinai Protected Areas team to confirm the sighting of a whale shark off the coast of Dahab, South Sinai Governorate.

Egypt follows up conditions of sailors stranded in UAE after their vessel allowed to enter to Sharjah’s Port Khalid

Fri, 09 May 2025 - 04:17 GMT

During the visit, the Egyptian consular representative assessed the sailors' condition and expressed appreciation to the port administration, Sharjah government officials, and all relevant Emirati authorities for their full cooperation and support, including the provision of supplies to the ship's crew.

Suez Canal Authority Chief: US/Yemen ceasefire announcement key factor in reducing maritime safety concerns

Fri, 09 May 2025 - 02:05 GMT

Rabie stated: “We call on all shipping lines to seriously consider evaluating their sailing schedules and the possibility of gradually resuming the transit of some of their vessels through the region.”

Egypt ready to technically support Comoros in various fields: FM

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 - 12:24 GMT

Minister Abdelatty underscored the importance of enhancing bilateral cooperation in key areas such as education, health, and capacity building. He also emphasized the need to activate existing cooperation mechanisms and expand collaboration into new fields that align with the shared interests of both countries.

Sisi heads to Djibouti for talks with Guelleh on Red Sea, HoA situations

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 - 06:58 GMT

The discussions in the Djiboutian capital will also cover relations between both countries, said the Egyptian Presidency in a statement.

What you need to know about Ain Sokhna Port’s major expansion project

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 - 09:36 GMT

This project aligns with the directives of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to implement the integrated container logistics axis "Sokhna – Alexandria" to connect the Red and Mediterranean Seas.

Egyptian, Turkish FMs talk developments in Horn of Africa, Red Sea

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 - 06:28 GMT

The call came within the framework of regular communication between the two countries to discuss developments regarding the situation in the Gaza Strip.

Egyptian, Eritrean FMs reject involvement of non-bordering countries in Red Sea security

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 - 09:17 GMT

Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty and his Eritrean counterpart Osman Saleh expressed their rejection of any involvement of non-bordering countries in Red Sea security and governance.

President Sisi: Egypt is facing monthly losses of about $800 million in Suez Canal revenue due to ongoing crisis

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 - 09:07 GMT

President El-Sisi affirmed that Egypt has navigated the past 15 years with steady and deliberate progress, overcoming global economic crises and other significant challenges. He noted that the country is incurring monthly losses of approximately 800 million dollars in Suez Canal revenues, attributed to the current regional developments.

Egypt’s Chief of Suez Canal Authority, CEO of MSC Shipping Line discuss latest Red Sea crisis

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 - 02:58 GMT

The meeting was held in parallel to the US/UK attacks on the Yemeni Houthis, who announced their intention to resume attacks on Israeli ships after their deadline for Israel to allow the resumption of aid deliveries into Gaza expired. US President Donald Trump responded by US attacks that targeted various areas across the country.

Egypt’s FM delivers message from Sisi to Eritrean President

Sat, 01 Mar 2025 - 09:28 GMT

The message addresses strengthening and developing bilateral relations in various fields, besides tackling a number of regional issues of common interest to the two countries, Ambassador Tamim Khallaf, the official spokesman for the Egyptian Ministry said in the statement.

Suez Canal Authority Head asserts no alternative route to replace the Suez Canal

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 - 04:03 GMT

Rabie met with Gérard Mestrallet, French President Emmanuel Macron’s special envoy for the IMEEEC, earlier today to discuss potential areas of collaboration.

Egyptian FM holds series of meetings with U.S. congressmen, senators on Middle East conflicts

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 - 11:55 GMT

The minister began a visit to Washington on Sunday.

Diplomats meet delegation from International Crisis Group to present Egypt's vision on Arab, African affairs

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 - 01:32 GMT

The Egyptian side also shed light on the country's role on combating illegal migration.

SCA Head reassures major shipping companies, promotes return to Suez Canal trade route

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 - 12:22 GMT

In a meeting with representatives from 23 prominent maritime companies, Rabie shared his optimism about the region’s recovery

Egypt, Djibouti agree to join forces to restore security in Bab El Mandeb Strait, Red Sea

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 - 10:02 GMT

President Abdel Fatah El-Sisi received Sunday Djiboutian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Mahmoud Ali Youssef.

Get to know Hamata: A less-visited natural site in Southern Red Sea

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 - 02:17 GMT

Hamata is one of the most prominent natural sites located in the southern Red Sea, where the beauty of the land intersects with the magic of the sea in a unique harmony.

Migration represents challenge to Egypt, EU: FM to High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 - 11:38 GMT

During his visit to Brussels, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Immigration Badr Abdelatty met Monday EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas.

Egypt continues scientific program to monitor, track sharks in Red Sea

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 - 01:02 GMT

This comes after an Italian tourist was attacked by a shark in the Marsa Alam resort early this week

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