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Al-Ahram Weekly
21-07-2025
- Business
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Nigeria officially backs Egypt's Khaled El-Anany for UNESCO Chief at Abuja Business Forum - Foreign Affairs
Nigeria has officially endorsed Egypt's candidate, Dr Khaled El-Anany, for the post of Director-General of UNESCO ahead of the election scheduled for October 2025. Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar made the announcement during the opening session of the Egypt-Nigeria Business Forum in Abuja on Monday. The forum was attended by Egypt's Foreign Minister, Badr Abdelatty—currently on a West Africa tour—Dr El-Anany, and a high-level delegation of representatives from major Egyptian and Nigerian companies, business chambers, and economic organizations. In his keynote address, Tuggar expressed Nigeria's full support for El-Anany's candidacy and extended his best wishes for a successful election. He also reaffirmed Nigeria's commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Egypt, highlighting major opportunities for enhanced trade, investment, and economic cooperation. For his part, Abdelatty underscored the strategic importance Egypt places on its relationship with Nigeria, calling it one of the country's most vital partners on the continent. He noted that the forum provides a key platform for fostering private-sector partnerships and exploring joint investment opportunities across various sectors. Abdelatty emphasized the need to fully utilize the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) to expand cooperation, particularly in agriculture, pharmaceuticals, mining, and manufacturing. He also highlighted Egypt's efforts to develop its investment environment and infrastructure, and expand its industrial base into sectors such as electronics, construction materials, food processing, and pharmaceuticals—citing their high quality and competitive pricing. The minister pointed to Egypt's ongoing national mega-projects and the country's vast market potential, affirming the government's readiness to support deeper economic cooperation with Nigeria. He also referenced the longstanding political and historical ties between the two nations. Abdelatty concluded by urging joint action to eliminate barriers to economic collaboration and reiterated Egypt's full commitment to supporting investors and businesses from both sides. He expressed confidence that Nigeria would provide the necessary facilitation to maximize mutual benefits. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
See - Sada Elbalad
13-04-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Foreign Minister Holds Key Meeting on Egypt's UNESCO Bid
Ali abo dashish Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Migration, Dr. Badr Abdel Aaty, met on Saturday with Dr. Khaled El-Anany, the former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities and Egypt's official candidate for the post of Director-General of UNESCO. Also present at the meeting was Minister Plenipotentiary Wael Abdel Wahab, the Director of El-Anany's campaign. The meeting was held as part of the Minister's regular follow-up on the Egyptian nomination process. Dr. El-Anany briefed Abdel Aaty on the latest developments in the campaign, including his recent visit to Paris where he took part in the Executive Board interviews held on 9 April for candidates seeking the top post at UNESCO. These interviews marked a pivotal stage in Egypt's bid, during which Dr. El-Anany presented his election vision. His vision is rooted in insights gathered from a wide-ranging diplomatic tour over the past two years, which included visits to more than 45 countries. The discussion also addressed the strategic roadmap for the months ahead, leading up to the final vote scheduled for October 2025. Minister Abdel Aaty reaffirmed Egypt's determination to continue mobilising international support for the Egyptian, Arab, and African nomination. He underscored Egypt's rightful claim to the high-ranking post, citing the country's global standing and pioneering role in the fields of education, science, and culture. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Arts & Culture Arwa Gouda Gets Married (Photos)
