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See - Sada Elbalad
3 days ago
- Business
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Turkish Ambassador Highlights 'Deep', 'Strong' Ties with Egypt
Nada Mustafa The Turkish Embassy in Cairo organized an event on the occasion of World Breakfast Day, featuring a rich array of traditional Turkish breakfast flavors. During the event, Turkish Ambassador to Cairo, Salih Mutlu Şen, told Egyptian journalists that two Turkish ministers are expected to visit Egypt this month. The World Breakfast Day celebration, observed annually on the first Sunday of June, was held at the Turkish Embassy in Cairo and attended by a select group of Egyptian journalists and distinguished guests. In his remarks, Şen emphasized that breakfast is a cornerstone of Turkish culture, and Turkey places great importance on promoting tourism and culinary arts. He noted that events like Turkish Cuisine Week and World Breakfast Day are organized in response to Egyptians' passion for Turkish food. The breakfast featured staple Turkish items such as cheeses, olives, jams, cucumbers, tomatoes, baguette bread, as well as hearty components like sujuk (Turkish sausage), pastrami, eggs, butter, honey, cream, yogurt, börek, and simit. Fruits, cakes, and biscuits were served as dessert after the meal. The sujuk served at the event was specially brought from Eskişehir, Ambassador Şen's hometown and one of the best-known regions in Turkey for sujuk production. Moreover, Turkish Ambassador highlighted the cultural and social value of breakfast in Turkish households, where families often enjoy breakfast together at home, in cafés, or in public parks on weekends. He also provided an overview of the recent developments in Turkish-Egyptian relations, stressing the growing depth of bilateral ties grounded in mutual love, respect, friendship, and shared interests, especially in areas such as economy and security. Furthermore, Şen mentioned that the Chief of Staff of Egypt recently visited Turkey, where he held meetings with Turkey's Minister of National Defense, the Chief of the General Staff, and various defense industry organizations. He added that the Turkish frigate TCG Gökçeada also visited the Port of Alexandria from May 27 to 29, and its commander met with the Commander of the Egyptian Navy, Admiral Ashraf Atwa. Şen also noted that two Turkish ministers are expected to visit Egypt in June, adding that Turkish Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, visited Cairo on May 6 to attend the D-8 Tourism Ministers' Meeting and met with Egyptian Minister of Culture Dr. Ahmed Heno, marking the start of a new era in cultural cooperation. Moreover, Şen revealed that joint musical performances between the two countries are planned for this year. In this regard, he expressed admiration for Egypt's legendary singer Umm Kulthum and shared his vision for a concert celebrating her legacy. Given Egypt's declaration of 2025 as the 'Year of Umm Kulthum,' a concert featuring music by Umm Kulthum and Mohamed Abdel Wahab is scheduled to be held. Şen also congratulated Turkish-Egyptian gymnast Adem Asil, who won two gold medals in the individual all-around and rings events at the European Gymnastics Championships in Germany, describing his achievements as a source of shared pride for both nations. In addition, he spoke about his recent cordial meeting with Egypt's Minister of Youth and Sports, Ashraf Sobhi, expressing hope for an upcoming cooperation agreement between the two countries in the fields of youth and sports. On the economic front, Turkish ambassador discussed the advanced progress in restarting the Ro-Ro shipping line to boost trade cooperation between Turkey and Egypt, expressing eagerness for its resumption. He shared details of his meetings with representatives of Turkish company DeFacto, which has numerous stores in Egypt. Şen noted their confidence in Egypt's economic reform model and desire to expand their investments. Additionally, he highlighted his meeting with officials from Turkish company Penti Socks, which is investing in sock production in the 10th of Ramadan industrial zone. The company has reached the final phase of its investment, and Turkish investments in Egypt are expected to exceed $500 million this year. In conclusion, Şen announced a significant upcoming inauguration in the Suez Canal Economic Zone this month, to which he will invite key members of the press. He reaffirmed the importance of Turkish-Egyptian relations in promoting peace, stability, and development in the region, stating that both nations are making confident strides toward a promising future. 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Al-Ahram Weekly
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Turkish embassy celebrates Youth Day in Cairo with sport, call for closer ties - City Lights - Life & Style
The Turkish embassy in Cairo marked Turkey's Youth and Sports Day on 19 May with an upbeat gathering that mixed games, diplomacy, and a quiet pitch for closer Egyptian-Turkish ties through sport and youth exchange. Held at the Turkish ambassador's Giza residence, the event brought together diplomats, youth representatives, and members of the Turkish, Egyptian, and Palestinian communities for a day of table tennis, arm wrestling, archery—and more than a little symbolism. Ambassador Salih Mutlu Şen used the occasion to announce a planned friendly match between Egypt and Turkey's under-21 football teams. The match is part of upcoming celebrations marking 100 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The Palestinian youth taking part in the celebration at the Turkish embassy in Giza. 'Youth represent hope and the future,' Şen said. 'Sports build friendships. We want more of that — at club level and national level.' He praised Egypt's rising talent, including Adam Asil, the Egyptian-born gymnast who now competes for Turkey and recently became a world champion. 'He's our shared pride,' Şen said, naming football stars Mohamed Salah and Arda Güler as youth role models in both countries. Palestinian youth were also welcomed at the embassy — a move Şen framed as both symbolic and intentional. 'Palestinian youth are the future of a free and independent Palestine,' he said. 'Just as Israeli children deserve safety and freedom, so do Palestinian children. Gaza is a test of human conscience.' Turkish ambassador Salih Mutlu Şen with the Egyptian winner of the airline ticket. The date itself — 19 May — commemorates the country's Youth and Sports Day and the launch of its independence movement under Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Şen reminded guests of the young people who fought and died in that struggle: 'Some were just fifteen.' The event closed with a raffle sponsored by Turkish airline A Jet. Three young guests — two Egyptian women and a Palestinian girl — won free tickets to Turkey. Şen's final message to the youth in the crowd was simple: 'Never stray from the path of human dignity, justice, and peace.' Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
See - Sada Elbalad
12-05-2025
- Business
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Turkish Retail Chains Continue to Expand in Egypt
Rana Atef Colin's, a company experiencing rapid growth in Egypt, opened its 16th store at Cairo Festival City Mall. The Turkish Ambassador to Cairo, Salih Mutlu Şen, highlighted that Turkish retail chains are expanding and growing in Egypt. The well-known Turkish Colin's chain inaugurated its 16th branch in Egypt at Cairo Festival City Mall. The opening was attended by Turkish Ambassador Salih Mutlu Şen as well as senior executives from Colin's. The newly-opened store is one of the largest Colin's spots in Egypt, spanning an area of 750 square meters. Colin's representatives explained that all products in the store are designed in Turkey as Turkish material and are manufactured specifically in Turkey, Egypt, and other regions around the world. The stores sell exclusively under the Colin's brand, representing Turkish quality and identity. Ambassador Şen stated that Colin's, alongside LC Waikiki and Defacto, has opened stores in Egypt with 100% Turkish investment, and that they are directly managed by their parent companies in Turkey, from design through to production. He expressed hope that Colin's will continue its growth, anticipating the brand will reach 40 to 50 stores in Egypt. He also noted that LC Waikiki currently operates around 40 stores, while Defacto has more than 20. Ambassador Şen emphasized the key distinction between these brands and others: they are not only retailers but also manufacturers, and they are entirely Turkish-owned. He stated that Egyptian consumers value Turkish brands for their quality and price, and that such investments reflect the mutual benefits between the two countries. Some of these goods are produced within Egypt, promoting commercial and economic integration between Egypt and Turkey. Colin's officials added that the company will continue opening new stores in the near future, and that its current investments in the Qantara area, particularly in ready-to-wear clothing, are progressing as planned. read more Japan Stun Spain 2-1 to Qualify for World Cup Last 16 World Cup 2022: Get to Know Confirmed Line-ups of Japan and Spain Group E Decider Saudi Arabia Bid Farewell to World Cup after 2-1 Loss to Mexico Tunisia Achieve Historic Win over France but Fail to Qualify Tunisia to Clash against France in World Cup Sports Get to Know Squad of Group D Teams in World Cup Sports Al Ahly Gift EGP 70,000 to Players After Claiming Egyptian Super Cup Title Sports Bencharki Hits First 2 Goals with Al Jazira Since Leaving Zamalek Sports Arsenal Possible Line-up for Nottingham Forest 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 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
Asharq Al-Awsat
19-04-2025
- Politics
- Asharq Al-Awsat
What Closer Egypt-NATO Ties Could Mean
The Turkish and Italian embassies in Cairo have launched a joint initiative aimed at boosting ties between Egypt and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), in what experts see as a continuation of Egypt's long-standing policy of cooperating with the alliance without seeking membership. During an event hosted by the Turkish Embassy on Thursday evening, Ankara — acting as NATO's contact point in Egypt — gave a presentation on the alliance's structure and its partnership with Cairo. The Turkish Embassy said in an official statement that both Turkish and Italian missions in Egypt have been tasked with supporting NATO's partnership with Cairo throughout 2025 and 2026. Türkiye's ambassador to Egypt said his country will play a key role in facilitating cooperation and communication between Cairo and the NATO, as part of an initiative to boost the partnership between the alliance and Egypt. Speaking at an event hosted by the Turkish Embassy in Cairo on Thursday, Ambassador Salih Mutlu Şen reviewed NATO's past and present activities, as well as Türkiye's role as a member of the alliance. He stopped short of detailing specific areas of upcoming cooperation between Egypt and NATO, describing the relationship as 'a partnership within the framework of official relations.' 'Our role is to facilitate the relationship, as the Turkish Embassy serves as NATO's contact point in Cairo,' Şen told Asharq Al-Awsat. 'In general, we view positively any effort to strengthen ties between Egypt and NATO through the partnership program,' he added. In January, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty held a phone call with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte to discuss escalating threats in the Middle East, including the conflict in Gaza, tensions in the Red Sea, developments in Syria, and instability across the Sahel region. According to an official readout at the time, Abdelatty welcomed NATO's efforts to launch a Southern Neighborhood Action Plan, which was adopted at the alliance's summit in Washington in July 2024. He also stressed the importance of strengthening NATO's ties with regional partners to address growing security challenges and said Egypt was keen to expand cooperation in areas such as capacity building, counterterrorism, and cybersecurity. The Washington summit saw NATO leaders approve a roadmap to step up engagement with its southern neighbors and announced plans to bolster the alliance's presence in the Middle East and Africa. Following the summit, Javier Colomina was appointed as the NATO Secretary-General's Special Representative for the Southern Neighborhood. He visited Egypt on September 19, 2024. Former Egyptian Deputy Foreign Minister Rakha Ahmed Hassan said Egypt's cooperation with NATO dates back to the 1990s, with a focus on maritime rescue operations, arms and drug trafficking surveillance, and counterterrorism training. Speaking to Asharq Al-Awsat, Hassan said Egypt's engagement with NATO operates on two levels: direct collaboration with the alliance and bilateral cooperation with individual member states. 'The partnership is limited to training and specific areas of cooperation, without involving military engagement,' he said, noting that Egypt has long followed a policy of working with international alliances without formally joining them.
See - Sada Elbalad
26-03-2025
- Health
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Turkey, Egypt Collaborate on Gaza Aid Initiative
By Ahmad El-Assasy Turkey is diligently preparing its humanitarian aid in the Egyptian city of El-Arish, anticipating the resumption of assistance entry into Gaza, highlighted during a recent visit by the Turkish Ambassador to Cairo, Salih Mutlu Şen. Ambassador Şen inspected preparations at Sheikh Zuweid Hospital and the El-Arish port, demonstrating Turkey's commitment to aiding Gaza's recovery and reconstruction. In a Ramadan iftar speech at the National Exhibition Hall in the Presidential Complex in Ankara, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announced that Turkey had mobilized all its resources to stop bloodshed and had sent approximately 100,000 tons of humanitarian aid to Gaza. This announcement underlines Turkey's ongoing commitment to Gaza amidst recent conflicts. Ambassador Şen's visit to El-Arish, a key logistical base for aid efforts, included inspecting Turkish relief materials and meeting with port authorities and local hospital staff. The Sheikh Zuweid Hospital, located close to the Rafah border, plays a critical role in treating patients from Gaza, equipped with top-notch facilities for kidney dialysis among other services. Ambassador Şen distributed Eid gifts and expressed his wishes for a speedy recovery to the Egyptian patients undergoing treatment at the hospital's dialysis center. He emphasized the importance of kidney dialysis and transplantation, given his personal connections to kidney disease, thus supporting the Turkish Organ Transplant Foundation's close cooperation with Egypt. In discussions with Sheikh Zuweid Hospital's chief physician, the ambassador learned about the services provided to Gaza's patients and inspected a field hospital established by the Egyptian Army with financial contributions from Turkey, dedicated solely to Gaza's patients. Moreover, Ambassador Şen reviewed other medical and logistical supplies, including generators and ambulances, stored in regional warehouses ready to be dispatched to Gaza. He expressed gratitude to the North Sinai Governorate, the Egyptian Red Crescent, and the El-Arish port authorities for their support. During his visit, Ambassador Şen was accompanied by officials from Turkey's Disaster and Emergency Management Authority and the Turkish Red Crescent, signifying a robust Turkish-Egyptian collaboration in addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. 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 News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) News Ireland Replaces Former Israeli Embassy with Palestinian Museum News Israeli PM Diagnosed with Stage 3 Prostate Cancer Lifestyle Maguy Farah Reveals 2025 Expectations for Pisces News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
