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Egypt reaffirms support for multilateral system in talks with Costa Rica's UN chief candidate

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 - 01:56 GMT

Grynspan outlined her vision for the United Nations' priorities in the coming period, with an emphasis on strengthening the organization's role and enhancing its ability to address growing global challenges.

Arab League chief warns against any attempts to thwart Lebanon-Israel framework deal

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 - 07:28 GMT

Aboul Gheit welcomed the agreement, describing it as an important step toward restoring Lebanon's full sovereignty over its territory and strengthening stability in the country's south.

Egypt reaffirms comprehensive vision for UN reform, enhanced capacity of financial institutions

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 - 02:10 GMT

Abdelatty said Egypt supports strengthening international financial institutions and multilateral development banks to provide concessional and sustainable financing for developing countries.

Egypt’s Rania Al-Mashat sworn in as ESCWA Executive Secretary

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 - 05:37 GMT

At the UN headquarters, Al-Mashat reaffirmed her commitment to serving the Arab region at a time marked by significant political, security and development challenges, according to a statement by ESCWA.

ICAO chief praises Egypt’s handling of surge in diverted flights amid regional airspace closures

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 - 12:19 GMT

During a meeting on Sunday with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in Egypt, ICAO Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar said Egypt managed these challenges efficiently and responsibly, ensuring the continued safety and order of air traffic operations.

Egypt implements comprehensive plan to modernize civil aviation sector: El-Sisi to ICAO chief

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 - 11:10 GMT

El-Sisi affirmed Egypt’s commitment to developing civil aviation as a strategic sector closely linked to comprehensive economic development.

Arab foreign ministers back Egypt’s Nabil Fahmy for Arab League chief

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 - 02:40 GMT

The recommendation was made during the Arab League Council’s 165th regular ministerial session, which focused largely on regional developments, particularly recent Iranian attacks on several Arab countries.

AL chief says enhancing Arab-Turkish coordination serves regional stability

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 - 11:36 GMT

Arab League (AL) Secretary General Ahmed Abul Gheit said enhancing coordination between Arab states and Turkey serves stability in the region.

Arab League calls for UN to prevent Israeli plan to expel Gazans

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 - 12:37 GMT

The Arab League sent an urgent letter to the United Nations, calling for preventing an Israeli plan to expel the people of Gaza amid the ongoing military operations.

Secretary general of Union for the Mediterranean lauds Egypt, Cyprus efforts to limit repercussions of climate change

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 - 12:57 GMT

Kamel’s remarks came during the inauguration of Heads of State Summit for the launch of the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East (EMME) Climate Change Initiative (EMME-CCI) with the participation of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi.

Abul Gheit: We work with UN to get Libya out of current political stalemate

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 - 02:09 GMT

Abul Gheit discussed with Bathily the latest developments in Libya and agreed on continued consultations between the Arab League and the UN to restore stability to Libya.

AL chief sends letters to world leaders on dangerous situation in Palestine

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 - 10:39 GMT

The letters were sent to the UN Secretary-General, the foreign ministers of the United States, Russia, France, Britain, China, and Germany.

Interview: UFM Secretary-General speaks MED youth challenges, opportunities

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 - 03:18 GMT

With youth making half of the population in the south Mediterranean countries, the rate of young unemployed graduates stands above 25 percent.

7th International Forum on Arabic Fiction concludes on April 24

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 - 10:42 GMT

The closing ceremony of the seventh International Forum on Arabic Fiction will be attended by Minister of Culture Inas Abdel Dayem.

Reforms program behind Egypt's economic stability: Arab banks union

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 - 02:13 GMT

The Egyptian financial policy aims at decreasing the budget deficit through increasing revenues and rationalizing spending.

Security Council debates women, peace, security

Sat, 28 Oct 2017 - 08:40 GMT

The UN Security Council discussed on Friday the existing gender gaps in peace efforts, humanitarian settings and decision-making positions.

U.N. chief launches reform initiatives in 72nd GNA session

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 - 09:41 GMT

In a press conference on Wednesday, the UN-SG announced forming an advisory board on mediation and launching the U.N. Gender parity strategy

U.N. must be an instrument in diplomacy for peace: U.N. Chief

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 - 06:30 GMT

In preparation for UNGA 72nd session on September 12, the U.N. News Center interviewed the Secretary General on the U.N. role in facing challenges in the world.

UNGA 72nd session agenda and main topics of discussion

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 - 07:00 GMT

The annual event includes a series of meetings, where member states and organizations discuss and debate political, humanitarian, economic, and security issues.

UNSC renews mandate of UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon

Thu, 31 Aug 2017 - 01:56 GMT

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) extended on Wednesday the mandate of the U.N. peacekeeping mission in Lebanon for one year.

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