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Egypt Today
an hour ago
- General
- Egypt Today
Ancient Structure and Coptic Art Unearthed in Upper Egypt
In a remarkable archaeological discovery, an Egyptian mission working in the Monqabad area in Asyut has uncovered the remains of a mudbrick building dating back to the 6th–7th century AD. The announcement comes as part of the Supreme Council of Antiquities' ongoing efforts to support excavations across the country, under the directives of Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities. Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, revealed that the building features two levels coated in white plaster. Inside, archaeologists found a series of rare and important wall paintings. One striking mural features repeated eye motifs centered around a human face—a symbolic representation in Coptic art often interpreted as inner spiritual insight and divine awareness. Another mural shows the image of a man carrying a child, likely Saint Joseph holding the Christ Child, flanked by disciples and Coptic inscriptions. Dr. Gamal Mostafa, Head of the Islamic, Coptic, and Jewish Antiquities Sector, added that the first level of the structure includes three parallel halls followed by two rooms. A staircase leads to a lower level with three parallel cells and two living quarters. Numerous artifacts were uncovered, including Coptic-inscribed tombstones, amphorae bearing Coptic letters, and a stone frieze adorned with animal motifs of a gazelle and a lion. Various multi-use pottery vessels were also found. According to Mahmoud Mohamed, Director of Islamic, Coptic, and Jewish Antiquities in East Asyut, excavation and mural studies are ongoing to unravel the building's function and significance further. Monqabad is about 12 kilometers northwest of Asyut City and roughly 22 kilometers from Asyut International Airport. The site was initially discovered in 1965, with intermittent excavation seasons beginning in 1976 and continuing through 2010, before resuming with the current 2024 mission.
Daily News Egypt
2 hours ago
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
Egypt, US partner to launch global pharmaceutical manufacturing, export venture
Egypt has signed a major joint venture agreement with US-based Dawah Pharma to manufacture and export pharmaceutical products and nutritional supplements to global markets, with a strategic focus on North America and Europe. The deal marks a significant milestone in Egypt's push to expand its pharmaceutical exports and attract foreign investment to its health sector. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly witnessed the signing ceremony, which took place in the presence of Deputy Prime Minister for Human Development and Minister of Health and Population Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Minister of Public Enterprise Sector Mohamed El-Shimy, Head of the Egyptian Drug Authority Ali El-Ghamrawy, and Hisham Setit, Head of the Unified Procurement Authority for Medical Supplies and Technology. The agreement was signed by Ashraf El-Khouly, Executive Managing Director of the Egyptian Holding Company for Pharmaceuticals—affiliated with the Ministry of Public Enterprise Sector—and Hossam Abdel Maksoud, Chairman of Dawah Pharma. Prime Minister Madbouly said the agreement reflects Egypt's broader strategy to enhance national industries, with the pharmaceutical sector identified as a key priority. He described the partnership as a strong vote of confidence in the quality and potential of Egyptian manufacturing, particularly in the medical field. Minister El-Shimy emphasized that the partnership follows major investments to modernize the holding company's infrastructure, upgrade production lines, and align operations with international Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). He described the venture as a pivotal step in Egypt's plan to boost pharmaceutical exports, strengthen international collaboration, and increase foreign direct investment. Under the agreement, the new joint venture will manufacture and export a wide range of products including ampoules, nutritional supplements, sterile injections, ophthalmic preparations, and over-the-counter (OTC) medications. The first phase will focus on exporting six pre-approved dietary supplements to the US market—an unprecedented move for the Holding Company for Pharmaceuticals, after meeting all relevant international regulatory and quality benchmarks. The venture will leverage state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies for a diverse range of dosage forms including syrups, tablets, ampoules, pre-filled syringes, and transdermal patches. This is expected to accelerate global market entry for Egyptian-made products and support long-term growth for the company and its subsidiaries. El-Shimy affirmed that the new company will comply with the most stringent international regulations, particularly those set by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA), to ensure the competitiveness of Egyptian products in North America, Europe, and emerging markets in Africa and Asia. As per the terms of the agreement, the Egyptian Holding Company for Pharmaceuticals will hold a 40% stake in the joint venture, while Dawah Pharma will own 60%. The partnership will also spearhead efforts to open new international markets for Egyptian pharmaceutical exports, solidifying Egypt's position as a regional hub for high-quality medical manufacturing.
Libya Observer
2 hours ago
- Libya Observer
Greek Coast Guard rescues over 500 migrants from Libya
The Greek Coast Guard has announced the rescue of more than 500 migrants in recent days, most of whom were men, off the coast of the island of Crete. According to authorities, the majority of the migrants had departed from the Libyan city of Tobruk, paying between €2,600 and €3,500 for the journey to Greece. The rescued individuals were primarily of Sudanese, Egyptian, and Bangladeshi nationality, officials confirmed. News Tagged: illegal immigrants
Middle East
3 hours ago
- Business
- Middle East
OPEN// Sisi sends message to Moroccan king
CAIRO, May 28 (MENA) - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty delivered on Wednesday a message from President Abdel Fattah El Sisi to King Mohammed VI of Morocco. The message was handed during the top diplomat's talks with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita in Rabat at the start of an official visit. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tamim Khallaf said Abdelatty emphasized Egypt's commitment to strengthening ties with Morocco in different domains and expressed hope for promoting bilateral relations through the convocation of the High Joint Committee in Cairo and a Foreign Ministers' coordination mechanism. He also underscored the importance of boosting economic and trade cooperation. He praised the successful Egyptian-Moroccan Business Forum held on May 4 in Cairo, which brought together 148 companies—74 Egyptian and 31 Moroccan—and reaffirmed Egypt's commitment to following up on the forum's outcome ahead of the joint trade committee meeting scheduled for October in Cairo. The ministers also exchanged views on regional issues, particularly the situation in Gaza with Abdelatty highlighting Egypt's efforts to halt the Israeli offensive, restore a ceasefire, ensure full humanitarian access, and implement the Arab reconstruction plan for Gaza. He commended King Mohammed VI's leadership of the Al-Quds Committee and its support for the Palestinian cause. The meeting also covered developments in Sudan, Libya, and the Sahel region. (MENA) S R E
Egypt Today
4 hours ago
- Business
- Egypt Today
Grand Egyptian Museum opening ceremony invitations sent to world leaders, PM
CAIRO – 28 May 2025: Egypt's Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said on Wednesday that invitations have been sent to kings and presidents around the world to attend the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Madbouly reaffirmed the government's commitment to coordinating efforts for a major opening ceremony for the Grand Egyptian Museum, calling the event a landmark global occasion that reflects the country's rich heritage. On Monday remarks during a meeting with media executives to review ongoing preparations for the museum's long-awaited inauguration, Madbouly highlighted the event's role in boosting tourism, as the GEM houses invaluable artifacts of the ancient Egyptian civilization. Cabinet spokesperson Mohamed el-Homsany said the meeting covered proposed events and segments for the ceremony, aimed at showcasing Egypt's past, present and future.
