Egypt

Country Egypt
Capital Cairo
Continent Africa
Currency Egyptian pound(EGP)
Languages Arabic

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Introduction

The regularity and richness of the annual Nile River flood, coupled with semi-isolation provided by deserts to the east and west, allowed for the development of one of the world's great civilizations. A unified kingdom arose circa 3200 B.C., and a series of dynasties ruled in Egypt for the next three millennia. The last native dynasty fell to the Persians in 341 B.C., who in turn were replaced by the Greeks, Romans, and Byzantines. It was the Arabs who introduced Islam and the Arabic language in the 7th century and who ruled for the next six centuries. A local military caste, the Mamluks took control about 1250 and continued to govern after the conquest of Egypt by the Ottoman Turks in 1517. Following the completion of the Suez Canal in 1869, Egypt became an important world transportation hub, but also fell heavily into debt. Ostensibly to protect its investments, Britain seized control of Egypt's government in 1882, but nominal allegiance to the Ottoman Empire continued until 1914. Partially independent from the UK in 1922, Egypt acquired full sovereignty with the overthrow of the British-backed monarchy in 1952. The completion of the Aswan High Dam in 1971 and the resultant Lake Nasser have altered the time-honored place of the Nile River in the agriculture and ecology of Egypt. A rapidly growing population (the largest in the Arab world), limited arable land, and dependence on the Nile all continue to overtax resources and stress society. The government has struggled to meet the demands of Egypt's growing population through economic reform and massive investment in communications and physical infrastructure.

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Grand Egyptian Museum to open near Giza Pyramids soon: A 20-year, billion-dollar tribute to ancient Egypt - Times of India
  1. Grand Egyptian Museum to open near Giza Pyramids soon: A 20-year, billion-dollar tribute to ancient Egypt  Times of India
  2. Egypt's Biggest Ever Museum Opens In November. Here's Why It Belongs To Your 2025 Travel List  NDTV
  3. Inside the new monumental Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo  Euronews.com
  4. Grand Egyptian Museum showcasing 50,000 artifacts finally opening  The Hindu
  5. The world's largest museum dedicated to Ancient Egypt will open next month  wallpaper.com
  6. Egypt hopes vast new museum by the Pyramids will accelerate tourism revival  ThePrint


Arab States Unite to Share Best Practices, Shaping Egypt’s OER Landscape - unesco.orgArab States Unite to Share Best Practices, Shaping Egypt’s OER Landscape  unesco.org

Egypt, Italy sign cooperation agreement to advance biogas production - Arab NewsEgypt, Italy sign cooperation agreement to advance biogas production  Arab News

Israel gives Egypt green light to dig for captives’ remains in Gaza - Al JazeeraIsrael gives Egypt green light to dig for captives’ remains in Gaza  Al Jazeera

Sudan’s shifts raise alarm in Egypt: How Cairo monitors the coup on its southern border - Middle East MonitorSudan’s shifts raise alarm in Egypt: How Cairo monitors the coup on its southern border  Middle East Monitor

Egypt Reverts to Winter Time, Moving Clock Back at Midnight - Egyptian StreetsEgypt Reverts to Winter Time, Moving Clock Back at Midnight  Egyptian Streets

Egypt and Saudi Arabia Construct a New Strategic Naval Axis - Stimson CenterEgypt and Saudi Arabia Construct a New Strategic Naval Axis  Stimson Center

Egypt’s ICT Minister Explores Investment Opportunities in Vietnam’s Technology Sector - TechAfrica NewsEgypt’s ICT Minister Explores Investment Opportunities in Vietnam’s Technology Sector  TechAfrica News

Egypt hopes vast new museum by the Pyramids will accelerate tourism revival - CNBC TV18Egypt hopes vast new museum by the Pyramids will accelerate tourism revival  CNBC TV18

| Egypt's textile & apparel imports from Turkiye rise 7.7% in H1 2025 - Fibre2Fashion| Egypt's textile & apparel imports from Turkiye rise 7.7% in H1 2025  Fibre2Fashion

Key insights from Berlin ECE: Ukraine's corn market defies expectations, while Egypt's grain procurement faces scrutiny - FastmarketsKey insights from Berlin ECE: Ukraine's corn market defies expectations, while Egypt's grain procurement faces scrutiny  Fastmarkets

Egypt unveils major gas discovery at Zohr field - TV BRICSEgypt unveils major gas discovery at Zohr field  TV BRICS

Egypt taking major leap to become global leader in MVT - Medical BuyerEgypt taking major leap to become global leader in MVT  Medical Buyer

REG - Telecom Egypt S.A.E - TE NOTICE OF Q3 2025 AUDITED FINANCIAL RESULTS - TradingViewREG - Telecom Egypt S.A.E - TE NOTICE OF Q3 2025 AUDITED FINANCIAL RESULTS  TradingView

Tutankhamun set to debut at delayed Grand Egyptian Museum opening - The Art NewspaperTutankhamun set to debut at delayed Grand Egyptian Museum opening  The Art Newspaper

IHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Al Ashraaf to expand in Egypt with signing of Holiday Inn Cairo Al Obour - InterContinental Hotels Group PLCIHG Hotels & Resorts partners with Al Ashraaf to expand in Egypt with signing of Holiday Inn Cairo Al Obour  InterContinental Hotels Group PLC

Egypt : AFC Secures $153M for Ras Ghareb Wind Farm - Africa News AgencyEgypt : AFC Secures $153M for Ras Ghareb Wind Farm  Africa News Agency

Two Chinese-backed firms to set up textile-garment units in Egypt - Fibre2FashionTwo Chinese-backed firms to set up textile-garment units in Egypt  Fibre2Fashion

An Egyptian comedian makes a (virtual) comeback - The EconomistAn Egyptian comedian makes a (virtual) comeback  The Economist

Russia sees rising fruit and vegetable imports from Egypt and China - FreshPlazaRussia sees rising fruit and vegetable imports from Egypt and China  FreshPlaza

EagleNXT, Makville Launch Advanced Drones in Egypt Market - uasweekly.comEagleNXT, Makville Launch Advanced Drones in Egypt Market  uasweekly.com

SNG: Emaar Properties to sign agreement for new Egypt project within weeks - TradingViewSNG: Emaar Properties to sign agreement for new Egypt project within weeks  TradingView

Sun World adds six new licensees across Egypt and Chile - FruitnetSun World adds six new licensees across Egypt and Chile  Fruitnet

King Tut's treasures haven't been all together in more than a century. Until now. - NBC NewsKing Tut's treasures haven't been all together in more than a century. Until now.  NBC News

Egypt reiterates rejection of Sudan division schemes amid escalating crisis in Darfur - Egypt TodayEgypt reiterates rejection of Sudan division schemes amid escalating crisis in Darfur  Egypt Today

Pomegranates from Egypt are gaining market share in Canada - FreshPlazaPomegranates from Egypt are gaining market share in Canada  FreshPlaza

Egypt affirms support for Eritrea’s sovereignty, territorial integrity amid tension with Ethiopia over sea access - Middle East MonitorEgypt affirms support for Eritrea’s sovereignty, territorial integrity amid tension with Ethiopia over sea access  Middle East Monitor

Egypt reverts clocks as daylight-saving time concludes on Friday - Egypt TodayEgypt reverts clocks as daylight-saving time concludes on Friday  Egypt Today

Debutants Egypt ready to make history at the IHF Women's World Championship - IHFDebutants Egypt ready to make history at the IHF Women's World Championship  IHF

Egypt and Red Cross join search for hostage bodies in Gaza - BBCEgypt and Red Cross join search for hostage bodies in Gaza  BBC

Egypt Presses Diplomacy as UN Details Mass Killings After RSF Seizes El Fasher - The Media LineEgypt Presses Diplomacy as UN Details Mass Killings After RSF Seizes El Fasher  The Media Line

Massive Fire Erupts On Cruise Ship Carrying Over 200 Tourists On River Nile In Egypt - Marine InsightMassive Fire Erupts On Cruise Ship Carrying Over 200 Tourists On River Nile In Egypt  Marine Insight

Egypt assumes presidency of INTOSAI as INCOSAI 25 kicks off in Sharm El-Sheikh - DailynewsegyptEgypt assumes presidency of INTOSAI as INCOSAI 25 kicks off in Sharm El-Sheikh  Dailynewsegypt

Egypt sets new record for date exports to Morocco for third consecutive season - EastFruitEgypt sets new record for date exports to Morocco for third consecutive season  EastFruit

Ancient crocodile from Egypt rewrites the origins of its entire family - Earth.comAncient crocodile from Egypt rewrites the origins of its entire family  Earth.com

Egypt committed to providing all facilities for Kuwaiti investors, El-Sisi tells Kuwait’s PM - Egypt TodayEgypt committed to providing all facilities for Kuwaiti investors, El-Sisi tells Kuwait’s PM  Egypt Today

Grand Egyptian Museum set for a very grand opening after 3 decades and more than $1 billion - CBS NewsGrand Egyptian Museum set for a very grand opening after 3 decades and more than $1 billion  CBS News

Grand Egyptian Museum fully opens to the public - dw.comGrand Egyptian Museum fully opens to the public  dw.com

"We expect the next potato season in Egypt to be much more dynamic" - FreshPlaza"We expect the next potato season in Egypt to be much more dynamic"  FreshPlaza

Egypt: Zahraa Maadi’s net profits cross $12.4mln in 9M-25 - ZAWYAEgypt: Zahraa Maadi’s net profits cross $12.4mln in 9M-25  ZAWYA

Cairo | Egypt, Meaning, Map, & Facts - BritannicaCairo | Egypt, Meaning, Map, & Facts  Britannica

Egypt Launches the Grand Egyptian Museum to Inspire Global Travelers, Highlighting Its Rich Heritage and New-World Exhibits for a Tourism Boom - Travel And Tour WorldEgypt Launches the Grand Egyptian Museum to Inspire Global Travelers, Highlighting Its Rich Heritage and New-World Exhibits for a Tourism Boom  Travel And Tour World

Media Accreditation opens for CAF Women's Champions League Egypt 2025 - Confédération Africaine de FootballMedia Accreditation opens for CAF Women's Champions League Egypt 2025  Confédération Africaine de Football

Egypt's Foreign Minister meets PM Modi - The HinduEgypt's Foreign Minister meets PM Modi  The Hindu

Courtesy Call on State Minister KUNIMITSU by H.E. Mr. Ragui ELETREBY, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Arab Republic of Egypt to Japan - mofa.go.jpCourtesy Call on State Minister KUNIMITSU by H.E. Mr. Ragui ELETREBY, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Arab Republic of Egypt to Japan  mofa.go.jp

Badawi Follows Up on Seismic Survey Covering 10% of Egypt’s Total Area - Egypt Oil & GasBadawi Follows Up on Seismic Survey Covering 10% of Egypt’s Total Area  Egypt Oil & Gas

Get a First Look Inside the New $1B Grand Egyptian Museum - TODAY.comGet a First Look Inside the New $1B Grand Egyptian Museum  TODAY.com

Australian Beans Are Used to Make Most Egyptian Fuul: Australia’s Ambassador - Egyptian StreetsAustralian Beans Are Used to Make Most Egyptian Fuul: Australia’s Ambassador  Egyptian Streets

Egypt - Revolution, Republic, Nile - BritannicaEgypt - Revolution, Republic, Nile  Britannica

Sisi, Kuwait PM discuss regional developments - Egyptian GazetteSisi, Kuwait PM discuss regional developments  Egyptian Gazette

Grand Egyptian museum set for historic opening, showcasing the full legacy of Tutankhamun - africanews.comGrand Egyptian museum set for historic opening, showcasing the full legacy of Tutankhamun  africanews.com

Gold prices in Egypt slightly up on Wednesday - ZAWYAGold prices in Egypt slightly up on Wednesday  ZAWYA

Egypt’s former foreign minister: Hamas not solely responsible for 7 October events; occupation ongoing for over 70 years - Middle East MonitorEgypt’s former foreign minister: Hamas not solely responsible for 7 October events; occupation ongoing for over 70 years  Middle East Monitor

Why do men typically receive twice as much inheritance as women in Egypt? Research explains - Northeastern Global NewsWhy do men typically receive twice as much inheritance as women in Egypt? Research explains  Northeastern Global News

Infinity Power Reaches Financial Close on Egyptian Wind Project - Energy Capital & PowerInfinity Power Reaches Financial Close on Egyptian Wind Project  Energy Capital & Power

Egypt urges ceasefire in Sudan as EU denounces RSF brutality after El-Fasher’s capture - DailynewsegyptEgypt urges ceasefire in Sudan as EU denounces RSF brutality after El-Fasher’s capture  Dailynewsegypt

Egypt becomes official member of Horizon Europe to advance innovation ties with EU - Egypt TodayEgypt becomes official member of Horizon Europe to advance innovation ties with EU  Egypt Today

Egypt - Agriculture, Fishing, Nile - BritannicaEgypt - Agriculture, Fishing, Nile  Britannica

Payments clear for delayed wheat cargoes at Egyptian ports - ZAWYAPayments clear for delayed wheat cargoes at Egyptian ports  ZAWYA

Egyptian, Kuwaiti premiers mull boosting investment cooperation - ?????? ?????? ???????????Egyptian, Kuwaiti premiers mull boosting investment cooperation  ?????? ?????? ???????????

Egypt hopes GEM's opening would boost tourism revenues - analysts - Reuters ConnectEgypt hopes GEM's opening would boost tourism revenues - analysts  Reuters Connect

Emaar Properties to sign agreement for new Egypt project within weeks - ZAWYAEmaar Properties to sign agreement for new Egypt project within weeks  ZAWYA

Egypt Hopes Vast New Museum by the Pyramids will Accelerate Tourism Revival - Asharq Al-awsat - EnglishEgypt Hopes Vast New Museum by the Pyramids will Accelerate Tourism Revival  Asharq Al-awsat - English

Grand Egyptian Museum showcasing 50,000 artifacts finally opening - DevdiscourseGrand Egyptian Museum showcasing 50,000 artifacts finally opening  Devdiscourse

Diaa Rashwan: Egypt maintains leadership role in Africa despite regional developments - Egyptian GazetteDiaa Rashwan: Egypt maintains leadership role in Africa despite regional developments  Egyptian Gazette

Micropolis Robotics partners with Aerixo to expand into Egypt and North Africa - Robotics & Automation NewsMicropolis Robotics partners with Aerixo to expand into Egypt and North Africa  Robotics & Automation News

Kuwait, Egypt reaffirm ties - Kuwait TimesKuwait, Egypt reaffirm ties  Kuwait Times

Egypt to host 7th World Conference on Constitutional Justice - Egypt TodayEgypt to host 7th World Conference on Constitutional Justice  Egypt Today

Day2. Fairy tales from Egypt: Ordoñez reaches the Round of 16, Chamli makes history - International Padel FederationDay2. Fairy tales from Egypt: Ordoñez reaches the Round of 16, Chamli makes history  International Padel Federation

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s Special Envoy to attend opening of Grand Egyptian Museum - Egypt TodayChinese President Xi Jinping’s Special Envoy to attend opening of Grand Egyptian Museum  Egypt Today

Respectful Tourism: Egypt’s moral duty ahead of the Grand Museum opening - Egypt TodayRespectful Tourism: Egypt’s moral duty ahead of the Grand Museum opening  Egypt Today

Egypt - Welcome to the United NationsEgypt  Welcome to the United Nations

Central Bank of Egypt Releases Updated Monetary Policy Review for Q3 2025 - ???? ????? ?????????Central Bank of Egypt Releases Updated Monetary Policy Review for Q3 2025  ???? ????? ?????????

After a decade of delays, the Grand Egyptian Museum opens this week – we got a first look - Time OutAfter a decade of delays, the Grand Egyptian Museum opens this week – we got a first look  Time Out

GEM opening is ‘exceptional’ event, puts Egypt at forefront of countries defending human heritage, architect Jean-Pierre Heim - Egypt TodayGEM opening is ‘exceptional’ event, puts Egypt at forefront of countries defending human heritage, architect Jean-Pierre Heim  Egypt Today

Financial watchdogs of Belarus, Egypt sign memorandum of understanding - BelTA – NewsFinancial watchdogs of Belarus, Egypt sign memorandum of understanding  BelTA – News

Sun World Welcomes New Licensees in Chile, Egypt - The PackerSun World Welcomes New Licensees in Chile, Egypt  The Packer

U.S. tariffs on South Africa impact Egyptian orange exporters - FreshPlazaU.S. tariffs on South Africa impact Egyptian orange exporters  FreshPlaza

Egypt shifts focus to Lebanon after Gaza ceasefire efforts - thenationalnews.comEgypt shifts focus to Lebanon after Gaza ceasefire efforts  thenationalnews.com

Egypt joins EU’s Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Program - ?????? ?????? ???????????Egypt joins EU’s Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Program  ?????? ?????? ???????????

President Sisi stresses Egypt’s firm support for Eritrea’s sovereignty, territorial integrity - Egyptian GazettePresident Sisi stresses Egypt’s firm support for Eritrea’s sovereignty, territorial integrity  Egyptian Gazette

Egypt reveals King Tut-inspired invitation for GEM opening - Egyptian GazetteEgypt reveals King Tut-inspired invitation for GEM opening  Egyptian Gazette

Egypt, Netherlands renew water MoU, explore beach nourishment to protect Mediterranean coast - DailynewsegyptEgypt, Netherlands renew water MoU, explore beach nourishment to protect Mediterranean coast  Dailynewsegypt

Syria’s Sharaa remarks describing Egypt and Iraq as 'unsuccessful states' spark outrage - Türkiye TodaySyria’s Sharaa remarks describing Egypt and Iraq as 'unsuccessful states' spark outrage  Türkiye Today

EU embraces authoritarian Egypt for help on Gaza, migration - dw.comEU embraces authoritarian Egypt for help on Gaza, migration  dw.com

Al-Ahly Election Candidates Want Mohamed Salah Egypt Return - The Liverpool OffsideAl-Ahly Election Candidates Want Mohamed Salah Egypt Return  The Liverpool Offside

Egypt To Launch Grand Egyptian Museum Near Giza Pyramids A Monumental One Billion Dollar Vision Two Decades In The Making To Showcase Ancient Egypt’s Rich Legacy - Travel And Tour WorldEgypt To Launch Grand Egyptian Museum Near Giza Pyramids A Monumental One Billion Dollar Vision Two Decades In The Making To Showcase Ancient Egypt’s Rich Legacy  Travel And Tour World

Egypt: Al-Ahram Chemicals invests $10mln in new formaldehyde complex in Sokhna Industrial Zone - ZAWYAEgypt: Al-Ahram Chemicals invests $10mln in new formaldehyde complex in Sokhna Industrial Zone  ZAWYA

Zohr-9 gas well to add 70 mn cubic feet to Egypt daily output: Minister - ZAWYAZohr-9 gas well to add 70 mn cubic feet to Egypt daily output: Minister  ZAWYA

Egypt’s Sisi, Eritrea’s Afwerki discuss Red Sea security, regional stability - DNE AfricaEgypt’s Sisi, Eritrea’s Afwerki discuss Red Sea security, regional stability  DNE Africa

Egypt Post Celebrates GEM Opening With New Stamp Collection - CairoSceneEgypt Post Celebrates GEM Opening With New Stamp Collection  CairoScene

Ambassadors to MENA: GEM opening unique cultural event - Egyptian GazetteAmbassadors to MENA: GEM opening unique cultural event  Egyptian Gazette

Boat Bike Tours Offers World’s First Bike Tour of Egypt and Nile River - Travel Agent CentralBoat Bike Tours Offers World’s First Bike Tour of Egypt and Nile River  Travel Agent Central

Egypt Banks on New Museum to Boost Tourism Revival - Al Arabiya EnglishEgypt Banks on New Museum to Boost Tourism Revival  Al Arabiya English

Under Event’s Slogan “Innovation Meets Art”LG Electronics Egypt, TAM Gallery Collaborate to Host Exclusive Event in District 5 - flair-magazine.comUnder Event’s Slogan “Innovation Meets Art”LG Electronics Egypt, TAM Gallery Collaborate to Host Exclusive Event in District 5  flair-magazine.com