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Dr. Al-Mashat will lead ESCWA’s efforts to support Arab countries in advancing inclusive and sustainable development pathways.
The assistant foreign minister stressed the importance of maximizing the field impact of development partners through the Joint Steering Committee co-chaired by the Foreign Ministry.
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres on the sidelines of the "Africa-France" summit in Nairobi, Kenya.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed deep concern regarding recent restrictions on the freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the potential for severe disruptions to the flow of oil, gas, and other vital commodities essential to global trade.
The United Nations Commends the Efforts of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan to End the Conflict in the Middle East
The ongoing war on the Gaza Strip has created a worsening health crisis, depriving cancer and chronic disease patients of continuous treatment and leading to the spread of diseases and epidemics.
Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptians Abroad, Badr Abdelatty, met on Wednesday with Pekka Haavisto, the newly appointed Personal Envoy of the UN Secretary-General for Sudan.
The UN Human Rights Office has expressed concern over the increasing evictions of Palestinian families from their homes in the areas surrounding the Old City of Jerusalem, and the growing violations across Palestine amid the escalating tensions in the Middle East.
UN says Israel blocked most aid moves via Kerem Abu Salem, leaving teams able to collect fuel only as medical shipments pile up.
As the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip worsens under continued aid restrictions, the United Nations has escalated its warnings regarding the thousands of patients and wounded individuals whose lives are at risk
South Sudan is witnessing a dangerous and unprecedented escalation in violence and violations against civilians. Reports continue to document horrific acts of violence, property looting, and the systematic destruction of essential infrastructure.
Li Fung, Head of the OHCHR office in Sudan, has raised alarm over serious violations occurring in areas controlled by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
Dr. Badr Abdel-Aty, Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration, and Egyptian Expatriates Affairs, held a telephone call on Friday with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres to discuss the latest developments in the Gaza Strip and Sudan.
The partnership has resulted in more than 75 approved strategic urban development plans for small cities and cities with special characteristics, developed using participatory planning approaches. These efforts have helped guide development priorities, improve services and infrastructure, limit unplanned urban growth, and enhance quality of life, with over 165 public hearings involving local authorities and development partners.
The session will address the application of sustainable design principles, energy-efficient building materials, and modern technologies in large-scale housing projects.
Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty affirmed to his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, the importance of implementing UN Security Council Resolution 2803 and proceeding with the second phase of the US President's peace plan for Gaza.
The resolution passed with 13 votes in favor and abstentions from Russia and China.
Ambassador Tamim Khallaf, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that Minister Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s firm and consistent position on the Libyan crisis, which is based on supporting a Libyan-led and Libyan-owned political solution, free from external interference or imposition, as the only path toward restoring security and stability in the country.
UN Assistant Secretary-General Martha Ama Akyaa Pobee stated that it is time to take the first step toward lasting peace for the Sudanese people.
Discussions covered multiple areas of collaboration, including food security, the development of healthcare and education systems, water security, and the provision of essential services to children in the most vulnerable communities. The talks also addressed women’s empowerment, emphasizing the need to expand women’s participation in the economic sector and encourage them to assume leadership roles in both public and private institutions.
