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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Chinese J-10C Fighters Drill In Egypt Amid Speculation That Cairo May Opt For Vigorous Dragons Over Upgrading Fighting Falcons - EurAsian TimesChinese J-10C Fighters Drill In Egypt Amid Speculation That Cairo May Opt For Vigorous Dragons Over Upgrading Fighting Falcons  EurAsian Times

EAM Jaishankar appreciates Egypts support in fight against terrorism - The TribuneEAM Jaishankar appreciates Egypts support in fight against terrorism  The Tribune

Egypt’s €45 million plan to improve visitor experience at Pyramids - Euronews.comEgypt’s €45 million plan to improve visitor experience at Pyramids  Euronews.com

Pahalgam attack: Leaders of France, Italy, Israel, Japan, Egypt & Jordan dial Modi to offer support agains - The Economic TimesPahalgam attack: Leaders of France, Italy, Israel, Japan, Egypt & Jordan dial Modi to offer support agains  The Economic Times

CAF Champions League semifinal: Al Ahly of Egypt vs. Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa - XinhuaCAF Champions League semifinal: Al Ahly of Egypt vs. Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa  Xinhua

Egyptian President, Italian Foreign Minister discuss bilateral ties, regional issues. - en.etemaaddaily.comEgyptian President, Italian Foreign Minister discuss bilateral ties, regional issues.  en.etemaaddaily.com

Angola vs Egypt - Futsal WAFCON 2025 | Matchday 2 - Confédération Africaine de FootballAngola vs Egypt - Futsal WAFCON 2025 | Matchday 2  Confédération Africaine de Football

Egypt: Cairo authorities demolish historic Falaky Mosque and ancient cemeteries - Middle East MonitorEgypt: Cairo authorities demolish historic Falaky Mosque and ancient cemeteries  Middle East Monitor

Leaders of France, Italy, Israel, Japan, Egypt, Jordan speak to PM; Condemn terror attack - The Economic TimesLeaders of France, Italy, Israel, Japan, Egypt, Jordan speak to PM; Condemn terror attack  The Economic Times

'Major' ancient Egyptian town discovered — and it has a jug stamped with the name of Nefertiti's daughter - Live Science'Major' ancient Egyptian town discovered — and it has a jug stamped with the name of Nefertiti's daughter  Live Science

I left behind an authoritarian state to move to the US. Now I see my new home falling to the same dark forces | Mona Eltahawy - The GuardianI left behind an authoritarian state to move to the US. Now I see my new home falling to the same dark forces | Mona Eltahawy  The Guardian

Egypt Extends 96-Hour Transit Visa For US, UK, Canada, Australia, India, Japan And More: Everything You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldEgypt Extends 96-Hour Transit Visa For US, UK, Canada, Australia, India, Japan And More: Everything You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

EAM Jaishankar appreciates Egypt's support in fight against terrorism - The Economic TimesEAM Jaishankar appreciates Egypt's support in fight against terrorism  The Economic Times

Capgemini to establish AI Center of Excellence in Egypt to accelerate AI-driven innovation for global clients - CapgeminiCapgemini to establish AI Center of Excellence in Egypt to accelerate AI-driven innovation for global clients  Capgemini

Egypt Advances Solar Ambitions with 75 MW Project Backed by IRSC, ACO, Sungrow and Tongwei - SolarQuarterEgypt Advances Solar Ambitions with 75 MW Project Backed by IRSC, ACO, Sungrow and Tongwei  SolarQuarter

J-10C fighter, YU-20 aerial tanker, KJ-500 early warning aircraft join first China-Egypt joint drill in Egypt - Global TimesJ-10C fighter, YU-20 aerial tanker, KJ-500 early warning aircraft join first China-Egypt joint drill in Egypt  Global Times

China Deploys J-10 Fighters To Egypt - The War ZoneChina Deploys J-10 Fighters To Egypt  The War Zone

Egypt, UAE sign aviation knowledge-sharing deal - Egyptian GazetteEgypt, UAE sign aviation knowledge-sharing deal  Egyptian Gazette

Italy’s FM in Egypt to anchor ties and counter rivals - Decode39Italy’s FM in Egypt to anchor ties and counter rivals  Decode39

Hamas delegation heads to Cairo as Egypt takes mediation lead in hostage talks - The Times of IsraelHamas delegation heads to Cairo as Egypt takes mediation lead in hostage talks  The Times of Israel

JAC 2024 (M/W) – Kenya U21s fall to Egypt in shootouts, miss out on Junior World Cup spot - African Hockey FederationJAC 2024 (M/W) – Kenya U21s fall to Egypt in shootouts, miss out on Junior World Cup spot  African Hockey Federation

China, Egypt hold first joint drill near Israeli border - JNS.orgChina, Egypt hold first joint drill near Israeli border  JNS.org

Space discovery shows that the pyramids were built using ingenious method - Indy100Space discovery shows that the pyramids were built using ingenious method  Indy100

Egypt Is Home To The Stunning Siwa Salt Pools, Where You Can Float Without Sinking - Curly TalesEgypt Is Home To The Stunning Siwa Salt Pools, Where You Can Float Without Sinking  Curly Tales

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In a first, Egypt conducts military drills with China, signaling closer ties - Breaking DefenseIn a first, Egypt conducts military drills with China, signaling closer ties  Breaking Defense

Chinese J-10C fighters shock U.S. ally Egypt in joint exercise - BulgarianMilitary.comChinese J-10C fighters shock U.S. ally Egypt in joint exercise  BulgarianMilitary.com

China, Egypt hold 1st joint air force drill - Middle East MonitorChina, Egypt hold 1st joint air force drill  Middle East Monitor

'Royal Egyptian inscription' of Ramesses III's name is first of its kind discovered in Jordan - Live Science'Royal Egyptian inscription' of Ramesses III's name is first of its kind discovered in Jordan  Live Science

Egypt strengthens African aviation ties at ACI Africa 2025 in Tanzania - Egyptian GazetteEgypt strengthens African aviation ties at ACI Africa 2025 in Tanzania  Egyptian Gazette

Tomb of ancient Egyptian prince discovered at Saqqara — and it has a giant 'false' pink door - Live ScienceTomb of ancient Egyptian prince discovered at Saqqara — and it has a giant 'false' pink door  Live Science

Cat domestication originated in ancient Egypt, new studies reveal - Archaeology News Online MagazineCat domestication originated in ancient Egypt, new studies reveal  Archaeology News Online Magazine

IATA applauds Egypt’s growing role in global aviation - Egyptian GazetteIATA applauds Egypt’s growing role in global aviation  Egyptian Gazette

Mark your calendars: Egypt’s daylight saving time takes effect this Friday at midnight - Egypt TodayMark your calendars: Egypt’s daylight saving time takes effect this Friday at midnight  Egypt Today

China’s KJ-500 radar aircraft overseas for first time in joint drill with Egypt - South China Morning PostChina’s KJ-500 radar aircraft overseas for first time in joint drill with Egypt  South China Morning Post

Egypt’s Delicate Balance: Maintaining US Support While Confronting Gaza Challenges - Stimson CenterEgypt’s Delicate Balance: Maintaining US Support While Confronting Gaza Challenges  Stimson Center

Egyptian film takes critical aim at US airlift to Israel in 1973 - The New ArabEgyptian film takes critical aim at US airlift to Israel in 1973  The New Arab

Egypt raises fuel prices for first time in 2025 - ReutersEgypt raises fuel prices for first time in 2025  Reuters

Expanding influences: Egypt's ties with China go beyond security, expert says - The Jerusalem PostExpanding influences: Egypt's ties with China go beyond security, expert says  The Jerusalem Post

Atommash Completes Welding Of RPV For Egypt’s El Dabaa-4 - NucNetAtommash Completes Welding Of RPV For Egypt’s El Dabaa-4  NucNet

Egypt cuts interest rates 225 basis points, says more cuts likely - ReutersEgypt cuts interest rates 225 basis points, says more cuts likely  Reuters

Egypt voices support for Kashmir victims - Egyptian GazetteEgypt voices support for Kashmir victims  Egyptian Gazette

Muslim Brotherhood branch in Egypt threatens Jordanian state - Long War JournalMuslim Brotherhood branch in Egypt threatens Jordanian state  Long War Journal

MG Makes Car Buying Dreams Possible in Egypt - Little Black Book | LBBOnlineMG Makes Car Buying Dreams Possible in Egypt  Little Black Book | LBBOnline

Gains in Egypt and Turkey help PepsiCo profit - Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBIGains in Egypt and Turkey help PepsiCo profit  Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI

Egypt and Israel near point of open hostility but not outright conflict - thenationalnews.comEgypt and Israel near point of open hostility but not outright conflict  thenationalnews.com

Egypt condemns Israeli settler calls to blow up Al-Aqsa Mosque - Middle East MonitorEgypt condemns Israeli settler calls to blow up Al-Aqsa Mosque  Middle East Monitor

'Barbarism unacceptable': Kuwait, UAE, Egypt, others back India after Pahalgam attack - Awaz The Voice'Barbarism unacceptable': Kuwait, UAE, Egypt, others back India after Pahalgam attack  Awaz The Voice

Egypt says Italy supports Arab plan for Gaza reconstruction without displacing Palestinians - Anadolu AjansiEgypt says Italy supports Arab plan for Gaza reconstruction without displacing Palestinians  Anadolu Ajansi

Egypt outlines national strategy to stabilise pharmaceutical supply and expand emergency pharmacy network - TV BRICSEgypt outlines national strategy to stabilise pharmaceutical supply and expand emergency pharmacy network  TV BRICS

Hamas says disarmament ‘not up for negotiation’ ahead of talks with Egyptian mediators - The Times of IsraelHamas says disarmament ‘not up for negotiation’ ahead of talks with Egyptian mediators  The Times of Israel

Egypt Launches First Domestically-Built Tugs for Suez Canal - The Maritime ExecutiveEgypt Launches First Domestically-Built Tugs for Suez Canal  The Maritime Executive

Egypt's Suez Canal Authority modernizes fleet with 2 locally produced tugboats - XinhuaEgypt's Suez Canal Authority modernizes fleet with 2 locally produced tugboats  Xinhua

JAC 2024 (M/W) – Kenya set for do-or-die clash with Egypt in Junior Africa Cup playoff - African Hockey FederationJAC 2024 (M/W) – Kenya set for do-or-die clash with Egypt in Junior Africa Cup playoff  African Hockey Federation

Egypt signs MoU with Microsoft to train 100,000 on AI technologies - DailynewsegyptEgypt signs MoU with Microsoft to train 100,000 on AI technologies  Dailynewsegypt

Ahmed Hassanein could be the first Egyptian ever selected in the NFL draft. It’d be the next chapter in an improbable story - CNNAhmed Hassanein could be the first Egyptian ever selected in the NFL draft. It’d be the next chapter in an improbable story  CNN

Shooting Leone hold first training in Egypt ahead AFCON U20 opener - Africa Top SportsShooting Leone hold first training in Egypt ahead AFCON U20 opener  Africa Top Sports

President Sisi: Sinai fundamental tenet of our national security, Establishment of Palestinian State only way for peace - Egypt TodayPresident Sisi: Sinai fundamental tenet of our national security, Establishment of Palestinian State only way for peace  Egypt Today

Q&A on malaria-free certification of Egypt - World Health Organization (WHO)Q&A on malaria-free certification of Egypt  World Health Organization (WHO)

Egyptian President urges immediate Gaza ceasefire - Latest news from AzerbaijanEgyptian President urges immediate Gaza ceasefire  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Egypt has taken lead in Gaza hostage release talks in place of Qatar — official - The Times of IsraelEgypt has taken lead in Gaza hostage release talks in place of Qatar — official  The Times of Israel

Egypt Partners with IFC to Introduce Public Private Partnerships at 11 Airports - International Finance Corporation (IFC)Egypt Partners with IFC to Introduce Public Private Partnerships at 11 Airports  International Finance Corporation (IFC)

Egyptian national Essam Mohamed sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia - MENA Rights GroupEgyptian national Essam Mohamed sentenced to death in Saudi Arabia  MENA Rights Group

Rise: Egypt’s digital banking evolution mirrors Nubank’s Brazilian success story - TearsheetRise: Egypt’s digital banking evolution mirrors Nubank’s Brazilian success story  Tearsheet

Egyptian President, Italian Foreign Minister discuss bilateral ties, regional issues - Sakshi PostEgyptian President, Italian Foreign Minister discuss bilateral ties, regional issues  Sakshi Post

Empowering Upper Egypt: Supporting Entrepreneurs and Creating Jobs - World BankEmpowering Upper Egypt: Supporting Entrepreneurs and Creating Jobs  World Bank

Egypt’s PM attends Entebbe Summit on AU Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia - Egypt TodayEgypt’s PM attends Entebbe Summit on AU Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia  Egypt Today

"The fully dried garlic from Egypt will be available starting from May 15th" - FreshPlaza"The fully dried garlic from Egypt will be available starting from May 15th"  FreshPlaza

Engineers Found Evidence of Hydraulics in an Ancient Pyramid, Solving a 4,500-Year-Old Mystery - Popular MechanicsEngineers Found Evidence of Hydraulics in an Ancient Pyramid, Solving a 4,500-Year-Old Mystery  Popular Mechanics

B Laban is Reopening in Egypt and Saudi Arabia - Egyptian StreetsB Laban is Reopening in Egypt and Saudi Arabia  Egyptian Streets

France signs deals to help Egypt's economy in volatile regional climate - ReutersFrance signs deals to help Egypt's economy in volatile regional climate  Reuters

WFP Egypt Country Brief, March 2025 - ReliefWebWFP Egypt Country Brief, March 2025  ReliefWeb

Economists trim Egypt's economic growth forecast on tariff concerns: Reuters poll - ReutersEconomists trim Egypt's economic growth forecast on tariff concerns: Reuters poll  Reuters

Hundreds of PA officers to ‘undergo training’ in Egypt for post-war Gaza plan: Report - thecradle.coHundreds of PA officers to ‘undergo training’ in Egypt for post-war Gaza plan: Report  thecradle.co

First Lady greets Egyptians on 43rd anniversary of Sinai Liberation Day - Egypt TodayFirst Lady greets Egyptians on 43rd anniversary of Sinai Liberation Day  Egypt Today

Cairo urges Egyptian Umrah pilgrims to depart Saudi Arabia by 29 April to avoid penalties - Egypt TodayCairo urges Egyptian Umrah pilgrims to depart Saudi Arabia by 29 April to avoid penalties  Egypt Today

An Egyptian national, Farhat Abu al-Saud, awaiting execution in Saudi Arabia - MENA Rights GroupAn Egyptian national, Farhat Abu al-Saud, awaiting execution in Saudi Arabia  MENA Rights Group

Exclusive: China Deploys KJ-500 Modern Surveillance Aircraft for First Time in Joint Air Drill with Egypt - Army RecognitionExclusive: China Deploys KJ-500 Modern Surveillance Aircraft for First Time in Joint Air Drill with Egypt  Army Recognition

World Report 2025: Rights Trends in Egypt - Human Rights WatchWorld Report 2025: Rights Trends in Egypt  Human Rights Watch

Hamas delegation to meet Egyptian mediators in Cairo Saturday: official - Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Hamas delegation to meet Egyptian mediators in Cairo Saturday: official  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

President Sisi Greets Egyptians on Sinai Liberation Day Anniversary - Egypt TodayPresident Sisi Greets Egyptians on Sinai Liberation Day Anniversary  Egypt Today

Family demands release of hunger-striking activist held in Egypt as fears grow for his health - CNNFamily demands release of hunger-striking activist held in Egypt as fears grow for his health  CNN

China, Egypt to hold first air force joint drill, eye cooperation boost - Global TimesChina, Egypt to hold first air force joint drill, eye cooperation boost  Global Times

India-Egypt Bilateral Trade and Investment at a Glance - India BriefingIndia-Egypt Bilateral Trade and Investment at a Glance  India Briefing

Serenity and Grandeur Meet in Jacquemus’ Campaign in Egypt - L'Officiel PhilippinesSerenity and Grandeur Meet in Jacquemus’ Campaign in Egypt  L'Officiel Philippines

News - Egyptian Prince's Tomb Discovered at Saqqara - Archaeology MagazineNews - Egyptian Prince's Tomb Discovered at Saqqara  Archaeology Magazine

Egypt : Audrey Azoulay dismisses UNESCO Arab States' request for clarifications - Africa IntelligenceEgypt : Audrey Azoulay dismisses UNESCO Arab States' request for clarifications  Africa Intelligence

Egypt’s tourism push puts pristine Red Sea beach at risk, say environmentalists - ReutersEgypt’s tourism push puts pristine Red Sea beach at risk, say environmentalists  Reuters

Egypt offers new ceasefire proposal aiming for five year Israel-Hamas truce - report - The Jerusalem PostEgypt offers new ceasefire proposal aiming for five year Israel-Hamas truce - report  The Jerusalem Post

President Sisi greets Tanzanian President on Union Day - Egypt TodayPresident Sisi greets Tanzanian President on Union Day  Egypt Today

China’s KJ-500 Spy Plane Makes Historic First Overseas Trip to Egypt - 19FortyFiveChina’s KJ-500 Spy Plane Makes Historic First Overseas Trip to Egypt  19FortyFive

China’s Y-20 aircraft arrival in Egypt sparks U.S. concern - BulgarianMilitary.comChina’s Y-20 aircraft arrival in Egypt sparks U.S. concern  BulgarianMilitary.com

Italy supports Egyptian plan for Gaza reconstruction, Tajani reaffirms to Sisi - Egypt TodayItaly supports Egyptian plan for Gaza reconstruction, Tajani reaffirms to Sisi  Egypt Today

Hamas delegation head to Egypt to discuss Gaza truce as Israeli strikes continue - France 24Hamas delegation head to Egypt to discuss Gaza truce as Israeli strikes continue  France 24

Inside Egypt's lost golden city - NBC NewsInside Egypt's lost golden city  NBC News

Egyptian national, Mohamed Kamel, to be executed in Saudi Arabia - MENA Rights GroupEgyptian national, Mohamed Kamel, to be executed in Saudi Arabia  MENA Rights Group

Egypt: Free detained Ahmadi minority now - Amnesty International CanadaEgypt: Free detained Ahmadi minority now  Amnesty International Canada

UNHCR Egypt - Emergency Response Update - 23 April 2025 - ReliefWebUNHCR Egypt - Emergency Response Update - 23 April 2025  ReliefWeb

Egypt Takes Expensive Fifty Million Dollar Action to Restore the Pyramids of Giza with New Sustainable Measures, Electric Vehicles, and Strict Vendor Regulations - Travel And Tour WorldEgypt Takes Expensive Fifty Million Dollar Action to Restore the Pyramids of Giza with New Sustainable Measures, Electric Vehicles, and Strict Vendor Regulations  Travel And Tour World

Chevron and other companies exit Egypt’s Red Sea concessions, redirect resources - ReutersChevron and other companies exit Egypt’s Red Sea concessions, redirect resources  Reuters