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Daily News Egypt
17 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily News Egypt
Russia marks National Day in Cairo with ambassador's speech on cooperation, global tensions
Russia's ambassador to Egypt, speaking at a National Day reception in Cairo on Wednesday, praised strong bilateral ties and criticised the 'aggressive NATO bloc' over the Ukraine crisis, while outlining Moscow's positions on global and regional issues. The event, held at the Cairo Opera House, featured a joint cultural performance and was attended by senior Egyptian government officials, foreign diplomats, and other public figures. In his address, Ambassador Georgy Borisenko accused the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation of instigating conflict. 'For the past four years, we have once again had to confront another claimant to global hegemony: the aggressive NATO bloc,' Borisenko said. 'This bloc has advanced to our borders and turned a part of our ancestral lands into a military foothold against us, hoping to weaken and destroy Russia through a proxy war into which Ukraine was pushed.' He added, 'For this reason, we are not only defending our own security interests but also protecting the right of all peoples to live according to their own traditions, free from foreign dictates.' The ambassador also highlighted Russia's economic performance, stating, 'Despite the 29,000 sanctions imposed by Western countries dreaming of a return to the colonial era, our economy has risen to become the first in Europe and the fourth in the world in terms of purchasing power parity.' Borisenko reaffirmed the close relationship between Moscow and Cairo, citing the Comprehensive Partnership and Strategic Cooperation Treaty signed by Presidents Vladimir Putin and Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. He noted their shared membership in the BRICS group, which he said 'will shape the future multipolar world order.' He said bilateral cooperation was expanding, with trade exceeding $9 billion last year. The cooperation includes Russia's supply of wheat to Egypt and the construction of the Dabaa nuclear power plant by the state corporation Rosatom. The depth of the relationship, he said, was reflected in President Sisi's visit to Moscow on May 9 to attend the 80th-anniversary celebration of the victory over Nazi Germany, where Egyptian soldiers marched alongside Russian troops in Red Square. On the Palestinian issue, the ambassador stated that Russia and Egypt share a common perspective. 'We are making efforts to ensure that its people, whom occupying forces are trying to displace from their homeland, can establish a sovereign, independent state with East Jerusalem as its capital,' he said. The reception was attended by Egyptian officials including Counsellor Mahmoud Fawzi, Minister of Parliamentary and Legal Affairs and Political Communication; Sherif Fathy, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities; Dr. Sherif Farouk, Minister of Supply and Internal Trade; Pilot Sameh El Hefny, Minister of Civil Aviation; and Engineer Mohamed Shimy, Minister of Public Business Sector. Officials from the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and members of the House of Representatives and the Senate were also present. The evening's cultural programme featured a joint performance by Russia's 'Kostroma' National Ballet and Egypt's 'Reda' Troupe for Folkloric Arts. Borisenko noted the performance was part of the 'Global Dance Overture,' an international project launched during the BRICS summit in Kazan in October 2024. As part of its tour, the Russian ballet troupe also conducted workshops for students at the Egyptian Academy of Arts. Concluding his remarks, the ambassador expressed wishes for 'success in all their endeavours, peace, and good spirits' to friends in Egypt and other nations. 'I am convinced that together, we can overcome all difficulties and improve life on Earth,' he said before inviting guests to a buffet reception.
Business Insider
a day ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Russia sets global export record with massive grain shipments to North Africa
Russia has set a new global benchmark in grain exports by delivering over 10 million tons of wheat to Egypt in 2024, an unprecedented volume that underscores Moscow's expanding influence in global food supply chains and its deepening trade ties with North Africa. Russia has become the top wheat supplier to Egypt, exporting over 10 million tons in 2024. This trade achievement highlights strengthening ties between Russia and North Africa. Countries like Nigeria, Morocco, and Kenya have also increased their imports of Russian grain significantly. According to Russian Ambassador to Cairo, Georgy Borisenko, Russia emerged as Egypt's leading grain supplier in 2024, exporting more than 10 million tons of wheat, an all-time high for both countries. 'Russia is the largest exporter of wheat to Egypt and delivered more than ten million tons there last year. This is an unprecedented figure because no other country in the world has purchased grain in such volumes, and Russia has not sold this much wheat to any other country, ' the ambassador emphasized. The magnitude of this trade relationship is further highlighted in a report by Russian news agency TASS, which cited remarks made in May by Tatyana Menlikeyeva, head of the regional branch of Russia's Federal Center for the Safety and Quality Assessment of Agricultural Products in Tatarstan. Speaking at the Russia-Islamic World KazanForum, Menlikeyeva revealed that Russia exported a total of 64 million tons of grain and grain products to 40 Muslim majority countries in 2024. Egypt, in particular, has now become the world's largest importer of Russian wheat, marking the highest annual grain shipment ever recorded by Moscow to a single nation. This development signals more than just strong trade figures; it reflects a strategic partnership between Cairo and Moscow, one that is likely to deepen as Russia shifts focus toward markets in the Global South and as African nations seek reliable, cost effective sources of essential imports like wheat. Russia's trade relations with Africa have undergone a significant transformation in recent years, particularly in 2024, as Moscow strategically deepens its economic engagement with the continent. Among the most notable developments is the unprecedented surge in agricultural exports, especially wheat, that has made Russia not only a vital trade partner to many African states but also a dominant player in global food supply chains At the heart of this shift is Russia's agricultural push. In 2024, Russian agricultural exports to Africa reached over $7 billion, a 19% increase from the previous year, spanning 45 African nations. Wheat, barley, and corn comprised the bulk of these exports, accounting for 87% of the agricultural total. This growth is not merely statistical; it has concrete geopolitical implications. Beyond Egypt, several African countries have sharply increased their Russian wheat imports. By March 2025, Nigeria's purchases rose 2.7 times, Morocco's more than doubled, and Kenya's grew by 35 percent.
See - Sada Elbalad
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Russia's Kostroma Forges Stronger Cultural Ties with Egypt
Pasant Elzaitony In a significant step toward enhancing cultural exchange, the renowned Russian Kostroma Folklore Ensemble is making its debut visit to Egypt as part of a broader initiative under the BRICS Cultural Cooperation Program. The visit is supported by the Russian Presidential Fund and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, in collaboration with Egypt's Ministry of Culture. During their stay, the ensemble is engaging in a series of artistic and educational exchanges aimed at fostering mutual cultural understanding. Arseniy Matyushenko, Acting Director of the Russian Cultural Centers in Egypt, noted the importance of cultural outreach, stating, 'The Russian side is keen to strengthen communication with Egyptian cultural institutions.' He highlighted several collaborative activities, including a workshop with students from the Higher Institute of Ballet at the Egyptian Academy of Arts, as well as a joint rehearsal with Egypt's iconic Reda Folklore Ensemble that featured both Egyptian and Russian folk dance traditions. A press conference held at the Russian Embassy in Cairo brought together key cultural figures from both nations. Among the attendees were Russian Ambassador Georgy Borisenko; Yelena Tsarenko, Producer and Director of the Kostroma Ensemble; Khaled Galal, Head of Egypt's Cultural Production Sector; Hesham Gamal, Vice President of the Egyptian Academy of Arts; Enas Abdel Aziz, Director of the Reda Ensemble; and Maria Vishkina, Director of the College of Dance. Ambassador Borisenko remarked on the growing momentum of cultural exchange between Russia and Egypt, describing it as a 'rich and productive period of artistic cooperation.' Galal emphasized the significance of Kostroma's visit, calling it a reflection of the depth of bilateral relations and the shared commitment to cultural collaboration. Elena Tsarenko explained that the ensemble's tour is part of a wider initiative sponsored by the Russian Presidential Fund, aimed at deepening cultural ties with partner countries. The program launched this year in Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and China, and is set to expand to Brazil, India, Ethiopia, and South Africa in 2026. It encompasses artistic workshops, joint performances, and cultural exchanges that encourage dialogue and understanding between nations. The ensemble's visit will culminate in a joint performance with the Reda Troupe, scheduled as part of the upcoming celebrations for Russian National Day. Tsarenko described the initiative as 'an important opportunity to bridge cultures through the universal language of the arts.' read more 2 Most Inspirational Green Projects in Egypt AEW Dynamite, WWE NXT to Strive over Viewership Tonight Egypt Marks 70th Anniv. of 2011 Revolution, National Police Day In Depth: WWE NXT Halloween Havoc In Depth: AEW Dynamite, WWE NXT Tuesday Viewership Strive Videos & Features WATCH: Egyptians Break Ramadan Fasts in Matariya Videos & Features GrEEk Campus Hosts Jobzella Fifth Career Fair Videos & Features 3 Iconic Ramadan Songs of All Times Videos & Features Top 4 Destinations to Visit in Upper Egypt News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream Technology 50-Year Soviet Spacecraft 'Kosmos 482' Crashes into Indian Ocean
