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See - Sada Elbalad
10-05-2025
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
FM Commends NCW's Role in Empowerment, Rights Advocacy
Nada Mustafa Minister of Foreign Affairs and Migration, Badr Abdelatty, received Amal Ammar, President of the National Council for Women (NCW). The meeting highlighted the Council's pivotal role in supporting and empowering Egyptian women and enhancing their position as fundamental partners in society. Abdelatty praised the significant achievements of Egyptian women across various sectors, emphasizing that this progress stems from the state's unwavering commitment to women's empowerment. He also commended the NCW's active participation in regional and international forums, particularly during Egypt's Universal Periodic Review session at the UN Human Rights Council, where national efforts on women's advancement were presented. Moreover, FM welcomed Egypt's pioneering experience in promoting women's rights under the directives of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. The meeting also tackled the implementation of the National Strategy for the Empowerment of Egyptian Women 2030 and the National Human Rights Strategy, which includes a key focus on strengthening women's rights. For her part, Ammar reviewed the NCW's ongoing initiatives and programs aimed at enhancing the status of women in Egypt, reaffirming the Council's commitment to furthering gender equality and social inclusion. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer 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
Egypt Today
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
Foreign minister chairs Supreme Standing Human Rights Committee talks with civil society representatives
Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty chairs a dialogue session of the Supreme Standing Committee for Human Rights, 10 May 2025 - Egypt's MFA CAIRO – 10 May 2025: Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty chaired a dialogue session of the Supreme Standing Committee for Human Rights with representatives from various civil society organizations. Abdelatty emphasized the importance of listening to civil society representatives as national partners in achieving development. He highlighted the collaborative efforts to improve the general climate for rights and freedoms in Egypt. During the session, the foreign minister reviewed the positive developments in human rights in recent months, notably the formulation and adoption of Egypt's first National Human Rights Strategy, initiated through a purely Egyptian initiative. He also underlined the launch of the National Dialogue mechanism that includes all segments of society, as well as the establishment of the Presidential Pardon Committee, and the adoption of significant legislative amendments aimed at enhancing human rights. Notably, amendments include the final approval of the Criminal Procedure Law by the House of Representatives on April 29, as well as advancements in economic and social rights, women's rights, youth rights, rights for the elderly, children, and persons with disabilities. Abdelatty expressed appreciation for the efforts and activities undertaken by civil society to improve human rights conditions and support community awareness. He acknowledged their involvement in drafting and monitoring the implementation of the National Human Rights Strategy. Maya Morsi, Minister of Social Solidarity; Mahmoud Fawzi, Minister of Parliamentary and Legal Affairs; and Adnan Fanjari, Minister of Justice attended the session. Attendees also included Diaa Rashwan, Head of the State Information Service (SIS); Amal Ammar, Head of the National Council for Women; Iman Karim, General Supervisor of the National Council for Persons with Disabilities; and representatives from national entities that are members of the committee. The ministers listened to the opinions and suggestions from civil society representatives, engaging in an interactive discussion about ways to enhance human rights conditions in the political, economic, and social spheres in Egypt. They reiterated their commitment to supporting human rights in Egypt in a comprehensive manner, recognizing that the development of the rights system is a cumulative process that requires collaborative effort.
Middle East
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Middle East
OPEN// FM hails parliament's role in strengthening human rights
CAIRO, April 22 (MENA) – Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty praised the House of Representatives' Human Rights Committee for supporting citizens through legislative efforts and contributing to Egypt's human rights progress. He also highlighted the state's commitment to improving the quality of life under the direction of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and noted the foreign ministry's cooperation with the parliament on rights-related matters. Abdelatty reviewed recent advances under the National Human Rights Strategy and Egypt's participation in the Universal Periodic Review in January 2025. He also welcomed recent legal reforms, including the updated criminal procedures law, which he said supports the justice system and public freedoms. Additionally, the top diplomat reiterated Egypt's rejection of any forced displacement of Palestinians and condemned violations in Gaza. He stressed the importance of preserving Sudan's unity and supporting Syria's stability. Abdelatty also expressed the foreign ministry's commitment to continued cooperation with the parliament and dialogue with international partners on rights issues. (MENA) H A T/R E E
Egypt Today
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
FM hails parliament's role in strengthening human rights
CAIRO – 22 April 2025: Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty praised the House of Representatives' Human Rights Committee for supporting citizens through legislative efforts and contributing to Egypt's human rights progress. He also highlighted the state's commitment to improving the quality of life under the direction of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and noted the foreign ministry's cooperation with the parliament on rights-related matters. Abdelatty reviewed recent advances under the National Human Rights Strategy and Egypt's participation in the Universal Periodic Review in January 2025. He also welcomed recent legal reforms, including the updated criminal procedures law, which he said supports the justice system and public freedoms. Additionally, the top diplomat reiterated Egypt's rejection of any forced displacement of Palestinians and condemned violations in Gaza. He stressed the importance of preserving Sudan's unity and supporting Syria's stability. Abdelatty also expressed the foreign ministry's commitment to continued cooperation with the parliament and dialogue with international partners on rights issues
