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The latest news, analysis and opinion on Egypt. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.

Capital

Cairo

Head of State

President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi

Head of Government

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly

A view of the Pyramids of Giza on the southwestern outskirts of the Egyptian capital Cairo. Photo: AFP

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s TDC to open Egypt office as it eyes African, Nordic markets

Trade Development Council has revamped corporate structure to better help firms in six new industry clusters, chairman Frederick Ma says.

24 Jul 2026 - 11:11PM

US, Israel war on Iran

Chinese tanker passes Red Sea choke point despite Houthi blockade

24 Jul 2026 - 2:40AM

High Jewellery

High jewellery season dazzles with rare gems, storytelling and elite access

14 Jul 2026 - 5:42PM

Middle East

Israeli gunfire in Gaza refugee camp kills 6, including 9-year-old girl

Nearly all of Gaza’s 2 million people now live on ‌a tiny strip of land along the coast, mainly in makeshift tents or damaged buildings.

12 Jul 2026 - 11:36PM

Palestinians inspect the site of an Israeli strike on a metal foundry in Gaza City on Sunday. Photo: Reuters

Brics

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Those arguing that the conflict has exposed the grouping as a failure misunderstand its role.

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Middle East

Opinion | 3 paths to shaping Middle East order after Iran war’s conclusion

While the US, China and regional players have distinct plans, their visions for a post-Iran war order overlap more than might be expected.

8 Jul 2026 - 5:30AMvideocam

Israel-Gaza war

Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body but disarmament still a question

The move paves the way for technocratic committee the NCAG to implement civilian rule; Israel said it was a ‘trick’ to avoid disarming.

7 Jul 2026 - 12:24AM

Ismail al-Thawabta, middle right, head of Hamas’ government media office, addresses a press conference at the Al-Aqsa hospital in central Gaza on Monday. Hamas announced on Monday the dissolution of the body that has governed Gaza for nearly two decades. Photo: EPA

Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi

Egypt inaugurates the ‘Octagon’, a mega military HQ larger than the Pentagon

Egypt’s president dons uniform to open the defence complex in the new administrative capital in the desert.

6 Jul 2026 - 10:27AM

Fifa World Cup 2026

Meet Magi Sadeq, Egypt captain Mohamed Salah’s wife and childhood sweetheart

The biotechnology graduate from the World Cup footballer’s hometown of Nagrig is mother to their 2 daughters – but what part of their home life leaves her less than happy?

5 Jul 2026 - 6:00PM

China-Asean relations

Is it wiser for middle powers ‘not to take sides’ in face of US-China rivalry?

Speakers at event in Beijing say that ‘hedging’ between Washington and Beijing will give other countries greater autonomy.

4 Jul 2026 - 9:14PMvideocam

The EU is seen as one of the middle powers looking to diversify its relationships. Photo: AFP

Israel-Gaza war

‘No one lifts a finger’: Gaza’s fate eclipsed by Middle East war

Gaza remains mired in a severe humanitarian crisis and efforts to permanently end the war between Israel and Hamas have stalled.

4 Jul 2026 - 4:19PM

A Palestinian girl sits inside a house damaged during the Israel-Hamas war in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, on Wednesday. Photo: AP

China-Middle East relations

Wang Yi reaffirms support for Mideast talks in meeting with top Saudi diplomat

Chinese foreign minister calls for dialogue and tells counterpart that Beijing is ready to work with Riyadh to ease tensions in the region.

1 Jul 2026 - 5:22PM

Science

‘Unhealthy environment’: Arctic researcher Li Xueke leaves the US for Hong Kong

Li is among a growing cohort of US-based researchers moving to Asia as Donald Trump terminates grants for climate-related projects.

27 Jun 2026 - 8:00PMvideocam

China-Africa relations

China and Africa’s evolving partnership

From funding vital infrastructure and industrial growth to a growing wave of cultural exchange, ties between Beijing and Africa are entering a new phase. In this ongoing series, we explore the deepening economic, cultural and diplomatic relations between China and African countries.

27 Jun 2026 - 9:04AM

Workers collect cotton in a field in Soclogbo, Benin, on January 13, 2025. Photo: AFP

China-Africa relations

More and more Africans want to learn Chinese. But who will teach them?

African nations are adding Chinese to their national curricula, but the roll-out is hampered by a lack of qualified teachers.

19 Jun 2026 - 4:56PMvideocam

A contestant delivers a speech in the final of the 25th Chinese Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition for university students in Soa, Cameroon, on May 29. Photo: Xinhua

US, Israel war on Iran

‘Not final’: Trump flips again on Iran deal, plans press conference in France

US leader warns framework is a work in progress and threatens to return to ‘dropping bombs’ if he does not like the terms of the agreement.

23 Jun 2026 - 1:53PMvideocam

Jewellery

Chokers are back – and the best-dressed men in Hollywood are all in

The close-fitting necklace – as seen on Pharrell Williams at the Grammys – is having a men’s jewellery moment.

17 Jun 2026 - 6:00AM

US, Israel war on Iran

No victory, no defeat: Iran war pauses with a fragile freeze

Thousands dead, hundreds of billions lost and an agreement many analysts expect to collapse. The Iran ceasefire, explained.

16 Jun 2026 - 1:25PMvideocam

Smoke rises behind the Azadi Tower in Tehran following a US-Israeli military strike on Iran in early March. Photo: ISNA/AP

China's military weapons

Is Beijing planning to make more drones overseas for Middle Eastern buyers?

Norinco displaying a model assembly line at a top defence exhibition could mean the firm hopes to make more weapons overseas.

16 Jun 2026 - 11:30AMvideocam

Donald Trump

Trump to discuss Strait of Hormuz demining efforts at G7

Trump also plans to meet on the sideline of the summit with the leaders of Egypt, Qatar and UAE to discuss efforts to wind down the Iran war.

14 Jun 2026 - 12:48AM

US, Israel war on Iran

In latest about-face, Trump calls off ‘very hard’ attack on Iran

After warning of imminent military action, US president says an agreement may be days away in a repeat of claims made in recent weeks.

12 Jun 2026 - 9:13AM

US President Donald Trump has repeatedly predicted a breakthrough with Tehran, even as fighting persisted and negotiations faltered. Photo: Reuters

High Jewellery

Van Cleef & Arpels’ latest high jewellery collection is a tribute to Egypt

With nods to Cleopatra, Elizabeth Taylor and Cher, the maison channels Egyptian iconography into rare gems and signature mystery-set designs.

10 Jun 2026 - 10:16PM

The Van Cleef & Arpels Fascinating Egypt high jewellery collection pays homage to Egypt. Photo: Handout

US, Israel war on Iran

Israel and Iran hold fire after exchange, but warn of escalation if provoked

Middle East foes lift immediate safety restrictions while actively preparing for the next wave of retaliation.

9 Jun 2026 - 3:47PMvideocam

US, Israel war on Iran

Pakistan’s mediators in Iran as US downs drones, Lebanon looks for peace

Pakistan’s interior minister visited Tehran to restart US-Iran negotiations as the US military said it shot down two Iranian drones over the Strait of Hormuz.

7 Jun 2026 - 7:52PM

China society

As I see it | How adversity has guided the path of Chinese civilisation through the ages

Recent findings by archaeologists suggest the push for innovative solutions is often borne out of the struggle to overcome severe challenges.

2 Jun 2026 - 8:30PMvideocam

Descendants of Chinese railroad workers gather during a ceremony for 12,000 Chinese immigrant labourers who worked on the Central Pacific Railroad between 1865 and 1869 being inducted into the Labor Hall of Honor, at the Department of Labor, in Washington DC, on May 9, 2014. Photo: Xinhua

US, Israel war on Iran

How ‘strategic ambiguity’ made Turkey a winner in the Iran war

However, experts caution that the country’s economic instability and enduring regional rivalries have capped its gains.

1 Jun 2026 - 6:08PMvideocam

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has reiterated his country’s support for peace talks. Turkey can be a “natural release valve” for companies trying to deal with the instability caused by the Iran war, an expert has said. Photo: AFP

India

India seals BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam, eyes Indonesia next

A senior Indian defence ministry official made the announcement at the Shangri-La Dialogue security forum in Singapore.

31 May 2026 - 10:51AM

US, Israel war on Iran

US hits Iran with fresh strikes amid negotiations to end war

Marco Rubio insists a deal with Iran remains within reach after the US military claimed its attacks were in ‘self-defence’.

26 May 2026 - 9:34PM

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Egypt

Hong Kong’s TDC to open Egypt office as it eyes African, Nordic markets

Trade Development Council has revamped corporate structure to better help firms in six new industry clusters, chairman Frederick Ma says.

Chinese tanker passes Red Sea choke point despite Houthi blockade

High jewellery season dazzles with rare gems, storytelling and elite access

Israeli gunfire in Gaza refugee camp kills 6, including 9-year-old girl

Nearly all of Gaza’s 2 million people now live on ‌a tiny strip of land along the coast, mainly in makeshift tents or damaged buildings.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Opinion | What the Iran war has revealed about Brics+

Those arguing that the conflict has exposed the grouping as a failure misunderstand its role.

Opinion | 3 paths to shaping Middle East order after Iran war’s conclusion

While the US, China and regional players have distinct plans, their visions for a post-Iran war order overlap more than might be expected.

Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body but disarmament still a question

The move paves the way for technocratic committee the NCAG to implement civilian rule; Israel said it was a ‘trick’ to avoid disarming.

Egypt inaugurates the ‘Octagon’, a mega military HQ larger than the Pentagon

Egypt’s president dons uniform to open the defence complex in the new administrative capital in the desert.

Meet Magi Sadeq, Egypt captain Mohamed Salah’s wife and childhood sweetheart

The biotechnology graduate from the World Cup footballer’s hometown of Nagrig is mother to their 2 daughters – but what part of their home life leaves her less than happy?

Is it wiser for middle powers ‘not to take sides’ in face of US-China rivalry?

Speakers at event in Beijing say that ‘hedging’ between Washington and Beijing will give other countries greater autonomy.

‘No one lifts a finger’: Gaza’s fate eclipsed by Middle East war

Gaza remains mired in a severe humanitarian crisis and efforts to permanently end the war between Israel and Hamas have stalled.

Wang Yi reaffirms support for Mideast talks in meeting with top Saudi diplomat

Chinese foreign minister calls for dialogue and tells counterpart that Beijing is ready to work with Riyadh to ease tensions in the region.

‘Unhealthy environment’: Arctic researcher Li Xueke leaves the US for Hong Kong

Li is among a growing cohort of US-based researchers moving to Asia as Donald Trump terminates grants for climate-related projects.

China and Africa’s evolving partnership

From funding vital infrastructure and industrial growth to a growing wave of cultural exchange, ties between Beijing and Africa are entering a new phase. In this ongoing series, we explore the deepening economic, cultural and diplomatic relations between China and African countries.

More and more Africans want to learn Chinese. But who will teach them?

African nations are adding Chinese to their national curricula, but the roll-out is hampered by a lack of qualified teachers.

‘Not final’: Trump flips again on Iran deal, plans press conference in France

US leader warns framework is a work in progress and threatens to return to ‘dropping bombs’ if he does not like the terms of the agreement.

Chokers are back – and the best-dressed men in Hollywood are all in

The close-fitting necklace – as seen on Pharrell Williams at the Grammys – is having a men’s jewellery moment.

No victory, no defeat: Iran war pauses with a fragile freeze

Thousands dead, hundreds of billions lost and an agreement many analysts expect to collapse. The Iran ceasefire, explained.

Is Beijing planning to make more drones overseas for Middle Eastern buyers?

Norinco displaying a model assembly line at a top defence exhibition could mean the firm hopes to make more weapons overseas.

Trump to discuss Strait of Hormuz demining efforts at G7

Trump also plans to meet on the sideline of the summit with the leaders of Egypt, Qatar and UAE to discuss efforts to wind down the Iran war.

In latest about-face, Trump calls off ‘very hard’ attack on Iran

After warning of imminent military action, US president says an agreement may be days away in a repeat of claims made in recent weeks.

Van Cleef & Arpels’ latest high jewellery collection is a tribute to Egypt

With nods to Cleopatra, Elizabeth Taylor and Cher, the maison channels Egyptian iconography into rare gems and signature mystery-set designs.

Israel and Iran hold fire after exchange, but warn of escalation if provoked

Middle East foes lift immediate safety restrictions while actively preparing for the next wave of retaliation.

Pakistan’s mediators in Iran as US downs drones, Lebanon looks for peace

Pakistan’s interior minister visited Tehran to restart US-Iran negotiations as the US military said it shot down two Iranian drones over the Strait of Hormuz.

As I see it | How adversity has guided the path of Chinese civilisation through the ages

Recent findings by archaeologists suggest the push for innovative solutions is often borne out of the struggle to overcome severe challenges.

How ‘strategic ambiguity’ made Turkey a winner in the Iran war

However, experts caution that the country’s economic instability and enduring regional rivalries have capped its gains.

India seals BrahMos missile deal with Vietnam, eyes Indonesia next

A senior Indian defence ministry official made the announcement at the Shangri-La Dialogue security forum in Singapore.

US hits Iran with fresh strikes amid negotiations to end war

Marco Rubio insists a deal with Iran remains within reach after the US military claimed its attacks were in ‘self-defence’.

Opinion | What the Iran war has revealed about Brics+