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Asharq Al-Awsat
a day ago
- Business
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Egypt Plans Desert City Supplied with Diverted Nile Water
Egypt unveiled plans on Sunday to build a desert city that will see about 7% of Egypt's annual Nile River quota rerouted from fertile delta land to pass by upscale glass-fronted housing units and eventually a large agricultural project. Egypt, facing mounting water shortages, power constraints, and a deepening economic crisis, wants the development to help increase the value of state assets and boost land prices through "non-traditional, innovative ideas," Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said in a statement announcing the project. About 10 million cubic metres of Nile water will flow daily to the 6.8 million sq metre (2.63 sq mile) Jirian city, 42 km (26 miles) west of downtown Cairo, helping irrigate a 2.28 million acre New Delta agricultural project, developers said. Three private developers signed the official agreement, with the state represented by Mostakbal Misr for Sustainable Development, a military-affiliated agency. The project will include residential units, commercial zones, a yacht marina and a free economic zone.
Reuters
a day ago
- Business
- Reuters
Egypt plans desert city supplied with diverted Nile water
CAIRO, June 1 (Reuters) - Egypt unveiled plans on Sunday to build a desert city that will see about 7% of Egypt's annual Nile River quota rerouted from fertile delta land to pass by upscale glass-fronted housing units and eventually a large agricultural project. Egypt, facing mounting water shortages, power constraints, and a deepening economic crisis, wants the development to help increase the value of state assets and boost land prices through "non-traditional, innovative ideas," Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said in a statement announcing the project. About 10 million cubic metres of Nile water will flow daily to the 6.8 million sq metre (2.63 sq mile) Jirian city, 42 km (26 miles) west of downtown Cairo, helping irrigate a 2.28 million acre New Delta agricultural project, developers said. Three private developers signed the official agreement, with the state represented by Mostakbal Misr for Sustainable Development, a military-affiliated agency. The project will include residential units, commercial zones, a yacht marina and a free economic zone.
See - Sada Elbalad
3 days ago
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Uzbek Gov't Delegation Tours Agricultural Projects, Research Centers in Egypt
Taarek Refaat An Uzbek government delegation headed by the Director of the Cabinet Secretariat for Investment, Export, Trade, Agriculture and Water Resources visited several agricultural projects and research centers during a four-day visit to Egypt. The Uzbek delegation began its field trip with a visit to the Agricultural Research Center, where they were briefed on the center's research activities and its efforts to achieve food security and improve crop productivity. They also visited the Excellence and Innovation Exhibition. The Uzbek delegation also visited the Desert Research Center, where they learned about the center's efforts to address the challenges of desertification and climate change. The Uzbek group expressed their great admiration for Egypt's experience in establishing integrated agricultural communities aimed at achieving social stability and sustainable development, commending the role of the Desert Research Center in providing pioneering models and practical solutions to environmental and agricultural challenges in desert regions. They also inspected the "Future of Egypt" sustainable agriculture project, the first project aimed at achieving self-sufficiency and exporting surpluses. The targeted area for reclamation is 1.5 million feddans, out of the total area of the New Delta project, which amounts to 2.2 million feddans. They affirmed Uzbekistan's keenness to exchange successful experiences with Egypt in land reclamation, natural resource management, and modern agriculture, especially in light of the environmental and climate challenges facing both countries. read more CBE: Deposits in Local Currency Hit EGP 5.25 Trillion Morocco Plans to Spend $1 Billion to Mitigate Drought Effect Gov't Approves Final Version of State Ownership Policy Document Egypt's Economy Expected to Grow 5% by the end of 2022/23- Minister Qatar Agrees to Supply Germany with LNG for 15 Years Business Oil Prices Descend amid Anticipation of Additional US Strategic Petroleum Reserves Business Suez Canal Records $704 Million, Historically Highest Monthly Revenue Business Egypt's Stock Exchange Earns EGP 4.9 Billion on Tuesday Business Wheat delivery season commences on April 15 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 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 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
Daily News Egypt
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Daily News Egypt
Egypt urges regional water cooperation at 5th Baghdad International Water Conference
Egypt's Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Hani Sewilam, called for enhanced regional cooperation and responsible management of shared water resources during his keynote address at the 5th Baghdad International Water Conference on Saturday. He emphasized that access to water should never be politicized or exploited as leverage in conflicts. Speaking at the opening session in Iraq's capital, Sewilam praised Iraq for hosting a pivotal platform for Arab water dialogue. This year's conference, themed 'Water and Technology: A Partnership for Development,' underscores the urgent need to harness modern technologies to confront mounting water challenges globally and regionally. 'More than 90% of the Arab population lives under critical water scarcity,' Sewilam said, noting that 21 countries in the region rely on transboundary water sources, with over 60% of available water originating outside the Arab world. These facts highlight the vital importance of adhering to international water law principles—such as prior notification, data sharing, and the obligation not to cause harm. The minister pointed to rapid population growth, rising temperatures, and declining rainfall as key drivers of desertification, which exceeds 60% in some Arab countries. A joint UNESCO-ACSAD report estimates the region's water deficit could reach 261 billion cubic meters by 2030 unless urgent action is taken. 'Egypt categorically rejects the use of water as a tool for political pressure,' Sewilam declared, affirming water as a fundamental human right and urging that it should foster cooperation rather than conflict. He expressed deep concern over the systematic destruction of water infrastructure in Gaza, warning that it worsens the humanitarian crisis and jeopardizes water security for millions. Highlighting the indispensable role of technology in water management, Sewilam outlined Egypt's strategic approach, which emphasizes achieving 'more output with fewer resources' through efficiency, equity, and innovation. He detailed Egypt's water strategy, including the adoption of desalination technologies for large-scale food production and proactive measures to address the impacts of population growth and climate change. Under Egypt's second-generation water management framework, Irrigation 2.0, the country is implementing expansive projects focused on water treatment and reuse—such as the New Delta, Bahr El-Baqar, and Al-Mahsama plants—alongside digital transformation, smart governance, canal rehabilitation, and institutional capacity building. Sewilam also called on regional and international stakeholders to support the upcoming 8th Cairo Water Week, scheduled for October 12–16, 2025. The event, themed 'Innovative Solutions for Climate Adaptation and Water Sustainability,' will feature joint ministerial meetings of Arab water and agriculture leaders to promote integrated solutions for water security. Concluding his remarks, the minister urged Arab states to adopt innovative and alternative water management approaches—including reuse, clean energy-powered systems, and climate-resilient agriculture—to bridge the widening gap between limited water resources and escalating demand across the region.
Daily News Egypt
21-05-2025
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
Al-Sisi calls for private sector partnership to boost Egypt's agriculture, livestock
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi on Wednesday urged stronger collaboration between the government, private sector, and local communities to revitalize the country's agriculture, livestock, and fisheries sectors—key drivers of food security and economic development. Speaking at the launch of the first phase of the 'New Future of Egypt Industrial City' and the 2025 wheat harvest season in El-Dabaa, northwest Egypt, Al-Sisi emphasized that transforming these sectors cannot be the responsibility of the state alone. He called for accelerating national agricultural projects, warning that delays lead to lost economic opportunities. 'Bringing 600,000 new feddans into cultivation could generate EGP 30bn annually. Missing a planting season means a full year of lost income,' he said. Al-Sisi highlighted that the state has already laid essential infrastructure—roads, irrigation systems, and electricity—and invited private investors to join in land development efforts, which are expected to provide direct employment for around 600,000 people. On livestock, the president proposed replacing low-yield local cattle breeds with more productive alternatives. 'A better breed can yield nearly double the meat using the same amount of feed,' he said, suggesting a national replacement initiative involving 200,000 to 400,000 head of cattle. The state would support the effort, recognizing that most farmers cannot afford the shift on their own. Turning to fisheries, Al-Sisi criticized the continued use of outdated practices despite Egypt's 14 lakes and extensive coastline. He called for a science-based approach to increase productivity and proposed seasonal fishing bans in lakes such as Nasser, Bardawil, and Manzala to allow fish stocks to recover. Environmental regulations, he stressed, must be enforced to protect aquatic ecosystems. The president also renewed his call to establish a domestic infant formula production facility, pointing out that Egypt still imports 40 to 45 million cans annually. 'I've raised this issue for four years. We need to stop talking and start building—together with investors and industrialists,' he said. Al-Sisi underscored the enormous investment required to develop Egypt's agricultural landscape. Preparing one million feddans for farming, he said, would cost between EGP 200bn and EGP 300bn in infrastructure alone. He cited the 'New Delta' mega-project as a model for integrated agricultural and urban development, expected to accommodate two million families. He also stressed the need for mechanized farming and advanced infrastructure to fully unlock the project's potential. 'We're trying to make the most of every drop of water,' Al-Sisi said, highlighting the role of electricity in expanding agriculture into remote desert areas beyond the national grid. 'This is not a small investment.' In closing, he called on all Egyptians—citizens, farmers, and investors—to join in the national development effort. 'Good intentions alone won't change our reality. We must work together to build a better future for Egypt.'
