Malta Civil Aviation Authority's Security Department visits Tripoli’s Mitiga airport with view to restarting flights
Tripoli’s Mitiga International Airport’s management received a delegation from the Malta Civil Aviation Authority’s Aviation Security Department yesterday, accompanied by the Director of the Aviation Security Office at the Libyan Civil Aviation Authority. The visit was an audit aimed at reviewing a»»»
PM orders preparing plan to identify targeted sectors of state ownership policy
CAIRO, May 21 (MENA) – Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly directed the preparation of a precise executive plan for the State Ownership Policy Document, identifying the targeted sectors over the coming three years, noting that the plan is clearly linked to the State-Owned Companies Unit. Madbouly also »»»
Innovation beats objection, an Egyptian revolutionary company showcase
In 2013, Bloomberg published an article titled “After Years of Unrest, Egypt’s Startup Ecosystem Is Booming” in which the journalists wrote: “Contradicting Egypt’s image as a country at a standstill after almost three years of political upheaval, the proliferation of enterprises reflects a nation l»»»
The story of gas from the beginning to the end
In this paper we will discuss the story of gas in all its details from beginning to end Will Egypt actually import Israeli gas? What is the reality of the Convention? What advantages does Egypt have? Who are the biggest affected by Egypt in the gas market? What are the latest developments, expansio»»»
First Gaza flotilla activists arrive in Turkiye after Israel deportation
JERUSALEM: Israel said on Thursday it had deported all the foreign activists seized by its forces from a Gaza-bound flotilla, as the first group arrived in Turkiye following global outcry over their treatment in custody.Hundreds of activists from countries around the world were placed in detention »»»
12/02/2017 Tenders
Oil & Gas Products, Equipment & Services Client : Misr Petroleum Company Address : 6, Orabi Square, Cairo Tender : General tender 4/SH/2017 for rehabilitation and renovation of borders of supplying tanks of aeroplanes supply station at Sharm El-Sheikh Tender documents : EGP500 A bid bond EGPof 5,00»»»
PM, Egypt FM discuss de-escalation efforts
QNA Doha Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a phone call from Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates HE Dr Badr Abdelatty, during which the two sides reviewed bilateral relat»»»
Qatar believes that alternatives to mediation are more damaging, says Al Khulaifi
Al Khulaifi stressed that Qatar’s philosophy toward mediation is straightforward: the country does not engage because the process is easy, but because the alternatives are often far more damaging. He underlined that mediators can make a significant difference when they gain the confidence of confli»»»
Groups set for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026
Doha, Qatar: The stage is set for the FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026 following the official draw held in Zurich, Switzerland on 21 May ahead of the tournament’s return to Doha from 19 November to 13 December. Continuing the expanded 48-team format successfully introduced in 2025, qualified nations »»»
Why the British Museum’s removal of ‘Palestine’ from panels stirred up a political storm
LONDON: Palestinian officials and academic critics have accused the British Museum of historical erasure and, in the words of a widely signed open letter, “complicity in genocide” after the museum removed the words “Palestine” and “Palestinian” from explanatory panels accompanying several exhibits »»»
UAE Ministry of Culture announces key features of Al Burda Award 2026
The Ministry of Culture announced key details of the 20th edition of ‘Al Burda Award’ – a leading cultural celebration of Islamic arts – during a media briefing held at its headquarters in Abu Dhabi. The briefing brough together senior officials, cultural leaders, and representatives from leading m»»»
Egypt, Tunisia, and Algeria FMs back inter–Libyan solution, reaffirm support for Libya’s unity & sovereignty
Tunis, May 21 (TAP) - The solution to the Libyan crisis must be inter-Libyan, stemming from the will and consensus of all components of the Libyan people without exclusion, and in a way that preserves Libya’s unity and sovereignty, the Foreign...»»»
Egypt’s treasure of smuggled antiquities will come back, sooner or later
Egypt is one of the special countries that owns an endless number of antiquities and monuments, estimated at quarter of the World’s antiquities and monuments and valued in trillions of Dollars. The dazzling characteristic about Egypt as an incomparable historical country is that it has a distinct v»»»
Prime Minister receives phone call from Egypt's Foreign Minister
Doha, Qatar: Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani received a phone call from Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates of the sisterly Arab Republic of Egypt HE Dr. Badr Abdelatty. During the call»»»
ADEK, Aldar sign deal to boost Emiratisation in education
The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) and Aldar signed a strategic partnership today to accelerate Emiratisation in the education sector through a structured talent development roadmapaimed at driving ninefold increase in UAE Nationals representation across key roles in Aldar o»»»
Seven schools honoured in nationwide Abu Dhabi Awards initiative
Abu Dhabi Awards in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, has announced the winners of its nationwide Schools Competition, launched at the beginning of the 2025–2026 academic year. The initiative aims to encourage students to participate in the nominations campaign and to promote the values»»»
8 killed, 6 injured as six-storey residential building collapses in Morocco’s Fez
Dubai: At least eight people were killed and six others injured after a six-storey residential building collapsed in a densely populated neighbourhood of the Moroccan city of Fez, local media reported. The building collapsed in the early hours of Thursday in the Ain Al Naqbi district, triggering em»»»
Saudi Arabia launches new Red Sea shipping service linking Jeddah, Salalah and Djibouti to boost maritime trade
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has launched a new cargo shipping service linking Jeddah Islamic Port with Salalah in Oman and the Port of Djibouti, as the Kingdom accelerates efforts to strengthen maritime connectivity and position itself as a regional logistics hub. According to Saudi state te»»»
EFG Hermes, DFM host investor day to reinforce confidence in Dubai markets
Dubai: EFG Hermes hosted the DFM Investor Day at Nasdaq Dubai in partnership with Dubai Financial Market (DFM), bringing together institutional investors and executives from listed companies with a combined market capitalisation exceeding Dh120 billion. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the»»»
Relegation fight, Salah’s last game and Guardiola’s likely exit as Premier League reaches finale
LONDON: The Premier League will say goodbye to West Ham or Tottenham on Sunday. Mohamed Salah and Bernardo Silva, too. Likely Pep Guardiola as well. Emotions are sure to run high in the final round of a season that has already delivered a relatively new champion — Arsenal hadn’t won the title since»»»
RSF defections: a turning point in Sudan's war?
Away from the international spotlight, developments in Sudan's three-year civil war may mark the beginning of a profound transformation. With America’s eyes on Iran and the Gulf, and with Europe’s eyes on Ukraine, several relatively unnoticed signs suggest that the battlefield situation in Africa’s»»»
After Dubai’s blockbuster Primark launch, Abu Dhabi could be next
Dubai: After a blockbuster Dubai debut that saw Primark open three large-format stores in less than eight weeks — in the middle of regional disruption, supply chain pressure and even a thunderstorm-hit launch day at Dubai Mall — the Irish fashion giant is now preparing to make its way to Abu Dhabi.»»»
Neymar suffers calf injury but expected to join Brazil camp ahead of World Cup
BRASILIA: Neymar has suffered a minor calf injury but is expected to recover in time to join Brazil’s camp next week ahead of the World Cup starting on June 11 in the US, Canada and Mexico. The 34-year-old, Brazil’s all-time leading scorer, was named in the squad on Monday, marking his return afte»»»
In the Presence of Turki Alalshikh… Sela and Talaat Moustafa Group Launch Strategic Consortium to Develop an Integrated Entertainment Ecosystem in Egypt
In the presence of His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), Sela, a Public Investment Fund company and one of Saudi Arabia’s leading entertainment and destination developers, announced the launch of a strategic consortium with Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG»»»
Aeolus to Invest $395 Million in Egypt Tyre Manufacturing Expansion
Chinese tyre manufacturer Aeolus Tyre Co., Ltd. plans to invest nearly $395 million in a major tyre manufacturing project in Alexandria, reinforcing Egypt’s growing role as a regional industrial and export hub serving African, Middle Eastern, and European markets. The project will be developed thro»»»
Can Digital Banking Help Expand Financial Inclusion in Egypt?
Egypt’s expansion into digital banking could become one of the country’s most significant financial transformation opportunities over the coming decade, particularly as policymakers seek to widen financial inclusion, modernise banking services, and integrate larger segments of the population into t»»»
Vanishing horizon: why Sudan’s civil war is getting harder to solve
For three years, Sudan’s civil war has defied every attempt at resolution. Mediators, concerned actors, and all others seeking to end the conflict have been caught in an unproductive void, moving from one failed initiative to another. These repeated failures have deepened the sense of a horizon clo»»»
Israel begins deporting hundreds of international flotilla activists
TEL AVIV: Israel has released hundreds of activists who attempted to breach Israel’s naval blockade of Gaza and is in the process of deporting them, according to a legal organization working with the flotilla. The Israel-based legal advocacy group, the Legal Center for Arab Minority Rights in Israe»»»
‘Historic moment’: Fighters walk the red carpet ahead of ‘Glory in Giza’
GIZA, CAIRO: The boxers taking part in “Glory in Giza” on Wednesday spoke to international media and walked the red carpet at the venue where the event, part of Riyadh Season, will take place on Saturday. Ukrainian champion Oleksandr Usyk, who holds a perfect record of 24 wins without defeat, inclu»»»
QatarEnergy signs MoU for gas cooperation with Egypt in Eastern Mediterranean
Doha, Qatar: QatarEnergy signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt and ExxonMobil to study enabling the potential development and commercialization of gas discoveries in Cyprus through Egypt’s existing gas and LNG export infrastructure. The MoU ena»»»
'Spoofing': Empty skies over Iran fuel fears of new strikes as Trump says nuclear talks near ‘collapse’
Commercial air traffic over Iran has thinned dramatically, reviving fears of a possible new military escalation in the Middle East even as regional powers intensify diplomatic efforts to salvage fragile negotiations between Washington and Tehran. The unusually empty skies above Iran — coupled with »»»
EGX30 slides 1.6% as foreign selling accelerates across broad market sectors
Cairo — Egypt’s stock market resumed its downward trajectory on Wednesday, 20 May 2026, with broad-based losses across all major indices as foreign selling intensified and investors continued reducing exposure following the market’s strong rally earlier this quarter. The benchmark EGX30 fell 1.59% »»»
Iran World Cup squad players start US visa process in Ankara
Ankara, Turkiye: At least four Iranian footballers and one of their entourage went to the US embassy in Ankara Thursday to submit visa applications for the World Cup, an AFP correspondent said. The squad arrived in Turkiye's southern Antalya resort on Monday for a training camp ahead of the 2026 to»»»
FM invites British companies to leverage investment opportunities
SONY DSC Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty called on British companies to benefit from investment opportunities in Egypt and expand their existing activities. This came during his meeting on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, in London with chairme»»»
Tense Trump-Netanyahu call exposes widening divide over Iran strategy
Dubai: A sharp divide has emerged between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over whether to resume military action against Iran, as tense diplomacy and war planning now appear to be running in parallel behind the scenes. A heated hour-long phone call between th»»»
Israel begins deporting hundreds of flotilla activists
Israel has released hundreds of activists who attempted to breach Israel's naval blockade of Gaza and are in the process of deporting them, according to a legal organization working with the flotilla. The Israel-based legal advocacy group, the Legal Center for Arab Minority Rights in Israel, or Ada»»»
Saudi Arabia’s trade surplus jumps 219% in March to $15bn
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s trade surplus surged 218.9 percent year on year to SR57 billion ($15.2 billion) in March, marking its sharpest annual increase in nearly five years as oil exports jumped and imports declined sharply. Figures released by the General Authority for Statistics showed merchandise »»»
Rise Up & its Journey to Growth
Amira Elhamy covers “Rise up summit 2019”, hosted in its new destination AUC new Campus for the first time, with exclusive quotes for MEO With its 2019 slogan “ Journey to Growth” Rise up summit” 2019 was held on a bigger scale, on Dec 5th at the American University new Campus at the fifth settleme»»»
EFG Hermes, ADX launch investor day for listed companies amid regional uncertainty
Dubai: EFG Hermes and Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange have launched an Investor Day for ADX-listed companies in Abu Dhabi, bringing together senior executives from listed firms and regional and international institutional investors. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - si»»»
Some UAE schools to get new Arabic programme: What parents need to know
Ras Al Khaimah: A new Arabic programme will be introduced across private schools in Ras Al Khaimah from September 2026. Called IQRA, the Arabic word for "read,” the programme was developed by the Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research and has been independently shown to deliv»»»
Misk Art Institute’s latest Solo Series spotlights two of Saudi’s art pioneers and educators
RIYADH: For decades, pioneers of Saudi art were overlooked and under-documented, but in Misk Art Institute’s latest Solo Series two more of them are brought to light in an effort to cement their place in the Kingdom’s history: Fouad Mougharbel and Saad Almasari. “It’s critical to highlight these pi»»»
13/02/2017 Tenders
Fire Safety and Security Client : Egyptian – Japanese university for Science & Technology Address : New Borg Al Arab City – Alexandria Tender : General tender for supply of sanitary works, fire-fighting network and electrical equipment for the buildings of the services centre Tender documents : EGP»»»
Egypt repays energy firms with an eye on self sufficiency
In less than two years, Egypt has slashed its arrears to international energy companies by over 88%, hoping to encourage exploration amid the Iran war spillover, which is making its gas deficit harder to sustain. Drilling more wells is providing much-needed supply. But whether new gas discoveries c»»»
Saudi interior minister receives Hajj officials from Iran, Egypt, Indonesia
RIYADH: Saudi Interior Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Saud bin Naif received Iran’s Head of Hajj and Pilgrimage Organization Alireza Rashidian. The Saudi minister, who is also the head of the Kingdom’s Supreme Hajj Committee, welcomed pilgrims arriving from Iran. He affirmed the commitment of King S»»»
Italian tourists are back in Egypt
Following a suspension that followed the Russian plane crash in October 2015, Italy suspended its flights to Egypt. Recent news indicates that Italy will resume flights to Egypt’s Sharm al-Sheik Airport. Official sources from the Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation revealed last Thursday that an It»»»
The Effect of the turbulent economic crisis on the mental health
MEO had the pleasure to Chit chat with Dr. Najla Najib Psychologist and founder of Inside Out Counseling to uncover to our readers the effect of the economic crisis on the mental health and how to prevent the critical psychological drawbacks that could result in from facing various financial stress»»»
Egypt’s Strategic Debt Management and Positive International Collaboration
In a recent update from Medafrica Times, the World Bank has outlined Egypt’s external debt repayment obligations for the fiscal year, totaling $60.8 billion due between July 2024 and June 2025. This detailed financial roadmap underscores Egypt’s proactive approach towards fulfilling its financial c»»»
Egypt Launches Ambitious Sustainable Aviation Fuel Project to Combat Carbon Emissions
The Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has unveiled plans to establish the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Production Company. This pioneering initiative aims to invest approximately USD 530 million (EGP 26 billion) to produce 120,000 tons of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) annually, potentially»»»
What the Alpha Program means for Emirati students’ future careers
As part of its strategic vision for early investment in national talent, the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC) incollaboration with the Nafis Youth Council has announced the launch of the second batch of the 'Alpha Program. ETCC has partnered with Emirates National Schools in Abu Dhabi »»»
Gazans barred from Hajj, animal sacrifice as Eid Al-Adha nears
GAZA/CAIRO: In a tent in southern Gaza, Najia Abu Lehia mourns not only her husband but also their failure to make the pilgrimage to Makkah, or Hajj, together before he died a year ago because of war and border closures. Before the war between Israel and Hamas erupted in 2023, at least 3,000 Gazan »»»