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Middle East
6 days ago
- Politics
- Middle East
OPEN// Deputy FM calls on Egyptian expats to participate in upcoming elections
CAIRO, July 13 (MENA) – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Expatriates Nabil Habashi called on Egyptians abroad to vote in the upcoming elections, describing it as a constitutional responsibility. During a virtual meeting with Egyptian communities in Chicago and Houston, he stressed the importance of unity during regional challenges and underscored the positive role Egyptians abroad play in supporting the country. He said that preparations are under way for the sixth Egyptians Abroad Conference, scheduled for August 3–4, 2025. Habashi outlined efforts to improve services for Egyptians abroad, including easier money transfers, banking access, housing opportunities, and university placement support. For his part, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Consular Affairs Tamer el Meligy said that consular services are being upgraded and ID procedures simplified. Also, he called on Egyptians in the US to follow local laws to avoid legal issues. Egypt is gearing up for its 2025 parliamentary cycle, which begins with Senate elections firmly scheduled for August 1–5, 2025, with Egyptians abroad voting on August 1 and 2, followed by domestic voting on August 4 and 5. (MENA) H A T/R E E
Al-Ahram Weekly
06-07-2025
- Business
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Egypt expands expat Insurance coverage to EGP 250,000 - Foreign Affairs
Egypt has launched an enhanced personal accident insurance policy for its citizens residing overseas and their families, raising the payouts for death and total disability to a maximum of EGP 250,000, the Foreign Ministry said on Sunday. The maximum payout had previously been EGP 100,000. The upgraded policy, a collaboration between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Financial Regulatory Authority, takes effect this July. The initiative is part of a broader state effort to integrate Egyptians working abroad and their families into social safety nets through flexible and secure insurance provisions, the ministry added. The updated policy, officially approved and published in the Egyptian Gazette, allows Egyptians working abroad and their families without work permits to subscribe through the Egyptian insurance agency. This aims to simplify access to insurance services and boost overall coverage rates. The policy provides greater financial protection in cases of natural death, accidental death, or permanent total disability resulting from an accident abroad. For natural death, the insurance agency covers the actual cost of body repatriation, up to a maximum of EGP 250,000. If burial occurs abroad, the agency will pay an amount equivalent to the cost of transporting the body from the country of death to Egypt. In cases of accidental death, the agency covers the actual costs of repatriating the body within one year of the accident date, with the remaining amount distributed among legal heirs. To be eligible for coverage, the insured must be between 18 and 70 years old at the time of the incident. The upgraded insurance policy is a direct result of ongoing engagement with Egyptian expatriate communities, Ambassador Nabil Habashi, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, said, adding that millions of Egyptians living and working abroad are set to benefit. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Middle East
02-07-2025
- Business
- Middle East
OPEN// Egypt, Netherlands discuss cooperation over migration file
CAIRO, July 2 (MENA) - Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Expatriates Nabil Habashi held on Wednesday a meeting with Dutch Foreign Ministry Envoy for Migration Affairs Pieter Schuurmano to discuss ways of boosting cooperation on migration files within the framework of the Declaration of Intent signed between the two countries in 2021. Habashi reviewed national efforts exerted by the Egyptian State to fight illegal migration based on Egypt's vision that covers both security and development aspects of migration and addresses its root causes by supporting local communities and offering safe alternatives. The two sides discussed economic support provided by the Dutch side to support Egypt's efforts to fight illegal migration. They also underscored the importance of developing programs that create job opportunities and foster social stability in communities most vulnerable to migration pressures. The meeting also tackled boosting the Egyptian State's capacity to host refugees and migrants, in line with the principle of burden- and responsibility-sharing to ensure the resilience of host communities. They reiterated their commitment to maintain efforts to address migration challenges through linking development and humanitarian dimensions in a way that contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and supports regional security and stability. (MENA) S R E/R E E
Egypt Independent
29-05-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Independent
Foreign Ministry Urges Expats to Join Egyptians Abroad Conf
Deputy Foreign Minister Nabil Habashi has renewed his call to Egyptians abroad to participate in the sixth edition of the Egyptians Abroad Conference, which will be held under the slogan 'From Everywhere…Egypt is the Destination,' on August 3–4 in New Cairo. The event will be held under the patronage of Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and attended by Badr Abdelatty, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates. In a statement on Wednesday May 28,2025, Habashi emphasized the importance of this annual conference in exploring ways to enhance the care provided to Egyptians abroad, discussing all issues and topics of interest to them, listening to their views and suggestions, and responding to their needs. He urged Egyptians around the world to register promptly to attend the conference. The Deputy Foreign Minister noted that registration to attend the conference is open until June 1, 2025, via the following link:
Egypt Independent
24-05-2025
- Business
- Egypt Independent
Egypt & Germany launch new phase of migration, employment coop.
Deputy Foreign Minister for Migration and Egyptians Abroad Nabil Habashi announced the start of a new phase in Egypt's cooperation with Germany to support youth employment and safe labor mobility. This comes after the first steering committee meeting for phase two of the Egyptian–German Center for Jobs, Migration, and Reintegration, held in Cairo. The meeting was co-chaired by Habashi and Holger Illge from the German Embassy, with participation from the EU Delegation and GIZ. The new phase will expand job placement and training programs for Egyptians seeking work in Germany. Discussions included setting a broader action plan, improving access to the center's services nationwide, and increasing cooperation with German institutions in need of skilled workers. The center, established under Presidential Decree No. 51 of 2020, will continue to offer job matching, training, and preparation for Egyptian workers in both Egypt and Germany. The project aims to support safe migration and provide practical pathways to employment. (MENA)
