20 January 2026
Egypt advances local production of pneumococcal vaccine
Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population announced that the state-owned Holding Company for Biological Products and Vaccines (VACSERA) has hosted a delegation from GenVax Egypt and China’s Minhai, as part of efforts to localize production of a key childhood vaccine.
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Egypt’s Senate approves amendments to property tax law
Egypt’s Senate gave final approval to a government-backed bill amending several provisions of the Property Tax on Built Properties Law No. 196 of 2008.
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President Sisi emphasizes scholars' role in confronting extremist ideologies
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with an international delegation of ministers, muftis, and heads of Islamic councils participating in the 36th International Conference of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs.
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Cairo, Seoul sign statement to advance economic partnership talks
Egypt and South Korea have signed a joint statement on a proposed comprehensive economic partnership agreement, marking a key step towards launching formal negotiations aiming at deepening trade and investment ties between the two countries.
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Egypt declares Thursday, 29 January, paid public holiday
Egyptian Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouli has issued a decree designating Thursday, 29 January 2026, as a paid public holiday to mark the anniversary of the 25 January Revolution and Police Day.
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Egypt promotes private sector partnership to develop garment industry
Egypt’s Minister of Public Enterprises Sector held a meeting with representatives from the Ready-Made Garments and Home Textiles Chamber to discuss strengthening cooperation with companies affiliated to the Holding Company for Cotton, Spinning, and Weaving.
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Egypt issues over 4 million state-funded treatment decisions in 2025
Egypt issued over 4.02 million state-funded medical treatment decisions in 2025 at a total cost of LE 30.8 billion, the Ministry of Health and Population said.
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Cairo Gov., Solidarity Min. attend ‘Iftar Sa’em’ launching ceremony
Cairo Governor Dr. Ibrahim Saber and Minister of Social Solidarity Dr. Maya Morsi attended the launching ceremony of the Misr El Kheir Foundation for the "Iftar Sa'em" campaign for the 15th consecutive year.
Read More18 January 2026
Cairo, Sarajevo sign cooperation pacts, eye direct flights to boost trade
Egypt, Bosnia, and Herzegovina signed several cooperation agreements, including protocols to enhance diplomatic training and bilateral relations, as the two nations move to boost trade and tourism links.
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