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Jürgen Scholz Presents Credentials as German Ambassador to Egypt
Cairo – Nessma Youssef Ambassador Jürgen Scholz presented his credentials as Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Egypt on Monday to President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. Ambassador Scholz expressed his deep appreciation for the long-standing and close relationship between Germany and Egypt and affirmed his readiness to continue and strengthen relations between the two countries. Germany and Egypt share…
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German Foreign Minister: End of Gaza Ceasefire Is a Dangerous Situation in the Middle East
Cairo – Nessma Youssef German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock described the current situation in Gaza as “a dangerous situation in the Middle East.” In a press statement, she said, “The end of the ceasefire in Gaza due to intensified Israeli attacks is deeply worrying, as the images of burning tents in refugee camps are shocking.” She added, “Fleeing children and…
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Germany, France, UK stress need to maintain ceasefire and aid flow to Gaza Strip
Cairo- Nessma Youssef The foreign ministers of Germany, France, and the United Kingdom issued a joint statement on the arrival of humanitarian aid to Gaza. In the joint statement, the foreign ministers of Germany, France, and the United Kingdom affirmed their continued support for the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, and said: “It is essential to maintain the ceasefire, release…
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Germany calls on Israel to lift restrictions on aid entry into Gaza immediately
Cairo- Nessma Youssef The German Foreign Ministry called on the Israeli government on Monday to lift restrictions on the entry of all forms of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip immediately. A spokesman for the German Foreign Ministry said that preventing the arrival of humanitarian aid is not a legitimate means of exerting pressure in negotiations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin…
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The Embassies of Germany and France in Egypt organize an event on elevating ocean solutions for Climate Action
Cairo- Nessma Youssef The German and French Embassies organized jointly at the Institut Français d’Egypte on Tuesday, February 25th a high-level panel discussion titled “Elevating Ocean Solutions for Climate Action: Bridging Science, Policy, and Implementation”. This event is organized in the upcoming of the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC 3) that will be held in Nice, France, in June…
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German Foreign Minister Calls for Urgent Humanitarian Aid and Ceasefire in Gaza Amid Worsening Crisis
DT: Nessma Youssef Minister Baerbock Stresses Compliance with International Law, Highlights Dire Needs of Gaza’s Civilians In a powerful statement addressing the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock called for urgent humanitarian intervention, stressing that international law limits Israel’s right to self-defense and requires unimpeded access for humanitarian aid. Her appeal underscores the severe suffering of Gaza’s…
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HE Juergen Schulz Celebrates German Unity Day, Highlights Egypt’s Popularity Among German Tourists
By Doaa Mohamed The German Embassy in Cairo recently hosted a grand celebration to mark the German Unity Day, attended by a wide array of diplomats and ambassadors. German Ambassador to Egypt, Jürgen Schulz, delivered a keynote speech highlighting the deep ties between Germany and Egypt across various sectors, including political, economic, cultural, and educational collaborations. Here are the key…
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Tag der Deutschen Einheit: Celebrating the Day of German Unity
October 3rd is a significant day in Germany’s history, known as “The Day of German Unity” (Tag der Deutschen Einheit), which serves as the country’s National Day. This annual celebration commemorates the reunification of Germany in 1990, following decades of division after World War II. The Division and Reunification of Germany After the end of World War II in 1945,…
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TOUR DE COP 29: A Global Cycling Journey with Egyptian-German Roots, Promoting Sustainability
The TOUR DE COP returns this year with its third edition, continuing its mission to raise environmental awareness through cycling. This global initiative aims to inspire the next generation to take a more active role in promoting sustainability. The Origin of TOUR DE COP Launched in 2022 ahead of COP27, the first TOUR DE COP saw participants cycling 655…
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GIZ Egypt: Promoting Inclusive and Sustainable Urban Development
By: Nessma Youssef The German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ-Egypt) recently organized a distinguished exhibition on inclusive and sustainable urban development. The event saw the participation of Mario Zander, Director of Middle East Affairs at the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, along with numerous prominent figures. Event Themes: The event, organized by GIZ in collaboration with UN-Habitat…
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