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Egypt deserves better than to be toyed with
We were all glad that Mehleb’s government had stepped down, but our happiness had nothing to do with the man, whom we respect, and his appreciated efforts during a tough period and before he became Prime Minster, at a time when any sane person would have refused such a post. It has nothing to do …
CAO not entitled to reopen ‘Presidential Palaces’ embezzlement case: Official
Since the case was adjudicated in court, the agency is not entitled to address it, says former deputy
Final composition of Ismail’s government within a week
The economic group is under revision; ministers of education, higher education, and religious endowments may be removed
Mehleb’s media assistant gives up position
In final meeting, the former prime minister asked ministers to continue working until new cabinet is formed
Mehleb’s cabinet resigns, petroleum minister to form interim cabinet
President accepted Mehleb’s resignation early Saturday
Public sector workers call for million-man protest against Civil Service Law
We want fair law guaranteeing safe and stable work environment, says labour syndicates coalition
Government plans housing units for Batn Al-Bakara slum citizens: Mehleb
Egypt has 1,300 slums, including 340 high-risk areas, we look to remove them and move their inhabitants into safe houses, says prime minister
Suez Canal: A cruise to the past
It took a long journey for the Suez Canal to reach its current state today, a journey witnessing several closings and instability of the canal’s operations. Today, Egypt celebrates the opening of the canal’s expansion
Swiss Federal Councilor to attend Suez Canal opening
Economics minister and vice-president of the Federal Council will also be holding bilateral talks with heads of state and government whilst in Egypt
Trial session for fishermen detained in Sudan on Thursday
Prime Minister Mehleb set to intervene
Al-Sisi and Mehleb discuss Nile boat accident and Italy visit
The Prime Minister briefed the President on the measures the government took in response to the accident
Mehleb receives report on latest GERD meeting in Sudan
Meeting on contractual issues of counselling offices was successful, says Irrigation Minister
Egypt to aid African countries in fight against Ebola
Mehleb reaffirmed Egypt’s readiness to send specialised medical convoys to assist African countries suffering from the Ebola virus
Government studies establishing integrated urban community: Mehleb
Applying integrated urban communities model will start in Farafra, El Tor, and Toshka first, says prime minister
Government develops popular neighbourhoods to maximise income: Mehleb
First phase of plan includes Darb Al-Ahmar, Gamaleya and Sayeda Zeinab, says cabinet spokesperson
Egypt participates in Johannesburg African Union Summit
Total trade exchange between Egypt and South Africa amounted to $76.6m during first quarter (Q1) of 2015
Presidential decrees see economic landscape’s alteration
Some controversial decisions are still awaiting final cabinet approval to be sent to presidency for ratification
Justice minister resigns over ‘classist’ comments
Minister asserted sons of garbage collectors cannot become judges, causing outcry
Mehleb demands bank credit opening procedures to facilitate basic commodities imports
Sector meetings with concerned ministers to study each sector’s circumstances for quick solutions to increase exports, says cabinet spokesperson
We aim to eliminate bureaucracy obstructing serious investors: Mehleb
Urgent plan to solve energy cut-off crisis next summer through two foreign companies established by Egyptian armed forces
Individual seats increase to 448 in latest electoral districts law amendment
President Al-Sisi announced elections will not be held during Ramadan
Cabinet approves amended elections law
Law to be sent to State Council for revision
Elections to commence before Ramadan: Mehleb
Not possible before mid-June, says party deputy head
Resolving public sector financial entanglements ‘painful process’: Mehleb
Unregistered government body debts enlarged debt problem, ministers of finance and investment responsible for presenting report to Economic Committee, says Mehleb
Egypt unveils key projects, lures foreign investments
The project will cost $45bn, and will take between five to seven years to complete, Ministry of Housing Mostafa Madbouly said
Mehleb blames ‘mobs’ over butane gas crisis ahead of Economic Summit
LPG cylinder shortage has been increasing since beginning of 2015
DHL plans to increase investments in Egypt, participate in Suez Canal project: Company CEO
Shipping company is sending invitations and shipping all logistical needs for “Egypt the Future” conference
Mehleb attends Dubai Government Summit
Dubai is the city of happiness, welfare, and security, says Mehleb
Egypt to present 30 investment projects worth $20bn at Economic Summit: Investment minister
Egypt will continue to develop despite the insistence of certain parties to cause devastation, says PM
Mehleb travels to Kuwait with delegation of ministers
Visit is expected to discuss potential collaboration between the two countries