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Egypt Assumes African Union Presidency

U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Robert Palladino, Deputy Spokesperson February 13, 2019 The United States congratulates Egypt on the start of its presidency of the African Union and looks forward to working together on the shared goal of a stable and prosperous Africa. During Egypt’s chairpersonship, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 14 February, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Cairo Invites Job Seekers to Its Fifth Job Fair

February 12, 2019 Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is pleased to announce our annual job fair “Sha3’lna”, to be held on Saturday, February 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Pyramisa Hotel in Giza. This fair will provide Egyptian job-seekers with access to thousands of verified job vacancies in over a ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 12 February, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases

Joint Statement on Syria

U.S. Department Of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release February 6, 2019 Media Note We, the Foreign Ministers and representatives of Egypt, France, Germany, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, met today in Washington to continue our work in support of the UN’s efforts to achieve ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 7 February, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases

Secretary Pompeo at the Meeting of Ministers of the Global Coalition To Defeat ISIS

U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release February 6, 2019 Remarks Loy Henderson Auditorium Washington, D.C. SECRETARY POMPEO: Good morning, everyone. What a glorious group to see assembled, and thank you all for traveling here to Washington for this important meeting. Over the course of the last year, five partners have now ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 7 February, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State

President Donald J. Trump’s State of the Union Address

Issued on: January 30, 2018 Remarks as prepared for delivery TO THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES: Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, the First Lady of the United States, and my fellow Americans: Less than 1 year has passed since I first stood at this podium, in this majestic chamber, to speak ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 7 February, 2019 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases

Secretary Pompeo on Recognition of Juan Guaido as Venezuela’s Interim President by Several European Countries

Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC February 4, 2019 We welcome the decision today by Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Finland, France, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom to recognize Juan Guaido as the Interim President of Venezuela. We are also heartened by ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 6 February, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State

Presidential Proclamation on National African American History Month, 2019

In the year 1619, a Dutch trading ship sailed into the Chesapeake Bay and dropped anchor at Point Comfort, Virginia. The vessel’s arrival marked the beginning of the unscrupulous slave trade in the American colonies. It was from this immoral origin—and through inhuman conditions, discrimination, and prolonged hardship—that emerged the vibrant culture, singular accomplishments, and ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 3 February, 2019 | Topics: History, President of the United States, Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Cairo Brings American “Writers’ Room” to Egypt

February 3, 2019 Cairo – During January 2019, the U.S. Embassy collaborated with the Middle East Media Initiative (MEMI), and Egyptian script development and screenwriters hub Birthmark Scenario to conduct a weeklong series of workshops for television scriptwriters. These workshops provided Egyptian screenwriters with face-to-face access to expert American screenwriters in order to exchange ideas ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 31 January, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Update: Embassy Services During the Lapse in Congressional Appropriations

January 14, 2019 Due to the lapse in U.S. Government appropriations, the American Center Cairo (ACC) is closed. U.S. Embassy Consular Services will continue to function. For further updates, please monitor U.S. Embassy Cairo’s website and the social media accounts on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram (@USEmbassyCairo).

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 14 January, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases

Secretary Pompeo’s Interview With Rich Edson of Fox News

Interview Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Cairo, Egypt January 11, 2019 QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, thank you so much for joining us. SECRETARY POMPEO: Rich, it’s great to be with you this morning. QUESTION: We’re in Egypt, where the State Department says it wants broader cooperation with Egypt on human rights. Is it difficult when President Sisi says, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 January, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, Secretary Rex Tillerson, U.S. & Egypt

Secretary Pompeo’s Interview With Amal Roushdy of Egyptian State Television

Interview Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Cairo, Egypt January 11, 2019 QUESTION: Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, I appreciate your time, and let me first start very quickly and briefly with your feedback about your visit to Egypt, including the meetings you held here. SECRETARY POMPEO: Well, thanks. It’s great to be with you. We had ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 January, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, Secretary Rex Tillerson, U.S. & Egypt

Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo’s Remarks at the Al Fattah Al Alim Mosque at the New Administrative Capital

Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State New Administrative Capital Cairo, Egypt January 10, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: (In progress) chance to tour both the new cathedral and now this, a beautiful house of worship as well. It is truly a testament to the Egyptian people, the capacity to exercise their faith and their freedoms here ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 January, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Egypt

Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo’s Remarks to the Press at the New Administrative Capital

Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State New Administrative Capital Cairo, Egypt January 10, 2019 SECRETARY POMPEO: Just wanted to say this is a – I hope you all get a chance to see a truly remarkable place where you can see religious liberty, religious freedom at work in this special country. President Sisi clearly made a ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 January, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Egypt

Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo A Force for Good: America Reinvigorated in the Middle East

Speech Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State The American University in Cairo Cairo, Egypt January 10, 2019 Thank you, Frank. Thank you to Frank Ricciardone. Thank you for your service to America as well, in addition to the duties that you perform here. I’ve had the good fortune to be a frequent visitor here to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 10 January, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, Secretary Rex Tillerson, U.S. & Egypt

Secretary Pompeo’s Press Availability With Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry

Press Availability Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Ministry of Foreign Affairs Cairo, Egypt January 10, 2019 FOREIGN MINISTER SHOUKRY: (Via translation) Ladies and Gentlemen, I am happy to welcome Secretary Pompeo. I had the honor of meeting him this morning after his meeting with President Sisi. During the meeting, the deep-rooted strategic bilateral relations ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 10 January, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, Speeches

Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi

U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Edit the translation in العربية For Immediate Release Readout January 10, 2019The below is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Robert Palladino:‎Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi today in Cairo. The Secretary reiterated the United States’ commitment to the strategic partnership with Egypt and in its fight ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 10 January, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Egypt

Attack in Giza

Press Statement Robert Palladino Deputy Spokesperson Washington, DC December 28, 2018 The United States strongly condemns the attack carried out today on a tourist bus in Giza. Our deepest condolences go out to the families of those killed and we wish a quick recovery for those injured. We are unaware of any American citizen casualties ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 29 December, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Embassy and Consulate Christmas Closures 2018

President Trump signed an Executive Order declaring the Federal Government closed on December 24, 2018. Therefore, the Embassy, including the American Center in Cairo (ACC) and our consular offices, will be closed Monday, December 24 and Tuesday, December 25. The Embassy will reopen on Wednesday, December 26, 2018.

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 23 December, 2018 | Topics: Notification, Press Releases

Embassy Services During the Lapse in Congressional Appropriations

Due to the lapse in appropriations, this account will not be updated regularly. Please visit the U.S. Department of State for updates. U.S. Embassy Consular Services and the American Center in Cairo (ACC) will continue to function during the lapse in Congressional appropriations.

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 22 December, 2018 | Topics: Notification, Press Releases

U.S. Supports Sustainable Tourism in Egypt’s Red Sea Governorate

December 13, 2018 Marsa Alam – In support of Egypt’s economic development and the prosperity of the hundreds of thousands of Egyptians that work in Egypt’s tourism industry, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) on December 13 participated in the inauguration of an interpretive center, an ecotourism enterprise, and a refrigeration facility to conclude ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 13 December, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Op-Ed by Thomas Goldberger: Celebrating Entrepreneurship All Year Long

Op-Ed by Thomas Goldberger, U.S. Embassy Cairo Chargé d’Affaires As published on December 13, 2018 by Ahram Weekly Newspaper: http://weekly.ahram.org.eg/News/26066.aspx Celebrating Entrepreneurship All Year Long The US Embassy in Cairo is committed to supporting Egyptian entrepreneurs throughout the year, including through the Egyptian-American Enterprise Fund, writes Thomas Goldberger. Since 2007, American embassies around the world celebrate the spirit of ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 13 December, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Press Releases

CDA Goldberger’s Remarks at a Holiday Event for the Cairo Friends of the Opera House

For Eden and me, one of the unexpected pleasures of living in Cairo has been the opportunity to immerse ourselves in a thriving cultural environment. We have enjoyed all of the different forms of art and culture that Cairo offers, and have especially enjoyed getting to know the unique institution of the Cairo Opera House, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 13 December, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Press Releases

Statement by Secretary Pompeo – Human Rights Day

U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release December 10, 2018 Seventy years ago, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Emerging from a world war that shocked humanity with its cruelty, the sovereign nations of the world united to specify those rights that are inherent to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 December, 2018 | Topics: Human Rights, Press Releases

Secretary Kirstjen M. Nielsen to Travel to Cairo, Egypt

December 10, 2018 WASHINGTON – Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen M. Nielsen will travel to Cairo, Egypt, as part of her ongoing dialogue with foreign leaders about the ways, we as international partners, can work together to combat emerging transnational threats. While in Cairo, Secretary Nielsen will participate in bilateral meetings with senior Government ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 10 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Remarks by Charge d’Affaires Thomas Goldberger at a reception in honor of the American companies participating in the 2018 Egyptian Defense Expo

December 4, 2018 Good evening ladies and gentlemen, excellencies, distinguished colleagues from the diplomatic and military attaché corps, and, most of all, the many representatives of the private sector here in Cairo to participate in the first Egyptian Defense Exposition. Before I continue, I would like to ask you all to join me in ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Egypt

U.S. Welcomes First Egypt Defense Expo With Government, Military and Private Sector Participation

December 2, 2018 Cairo – The U.S. Mission to Egypt congratulates Egypt on the first international Egypt Defense Expo (EDEX) and warmly welcomes the over forty (40) American companies and organizations participating in this important event. Many of the U.S. exhibitors are represented by senior officials from their headquarters. American companies offer the most technologically advanced defense solutions ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 2 December, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Secretary Pompeo on the Passing of President George H. W. Bush

Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC December 1, 2018 Devoted husband, loving father, steadfast friend, exemplary patriot: this is how I will always remember President George H. W. Bush. Whether he was serving in the skies over the Pacific during World War II, protecting America at CIA headquarters, or leading ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 1 December, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

With U.S. Support, Centers for Career Development Prepare Egyptian Students for the Future

November 29, 2018 Cairo – The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is pleased to announce the launch of two centers for career development at Alexandria University. This project was done in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and the American University in Cairo. The Centers – one at the Faculty of Commerce and ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 29 November, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

United States and Egypt Inaugurate Water Facilities in Assiut

November 26, 2018 Assiut, Egypt – In its ongoing effort to make a positive difference in the daily lives of Egyptians, the U.S. government has worked over the past forty years to support the Government of Egypt’s efforts to ensure that all Egyptians have access to clean water. On November 26, the U.S. Agency for ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 November, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Secretary Pompeo on The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

Statement by Secretary Pompeo Office of the Spokesperson November 23, 2018Violence against women is a global issue that affects millions of people annually. Every woman and girl deserves a life free from violence. The Unites States is committed to advancing gender equality and preventing and responding to all forms of violence against women and girls, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 November, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Global Media Makers Summit Brings Top U.S. Film Industry Leaders to Cairo

November 25, 2018 Cairo – On November 28th and 29th, U.S. Embassy Cairo, in partnership with Film Independent, will host a summit to celebrate the third year of Global Media Makers (GMM), an innovative U.S. film mentoring program. This summit will connect Egyptian and regional filmmakers with an array of leaders from the U.S. film ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 25 November, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

USAID Supports the Launch of Egypt’s First Women Entrepreneurs Network

November 18, 2018 Cairo – As part of the U.S. government’s support for entrepreneurship in Egypt in general and as part of the U.S. Embassy’s long-standing commitment to economic development in Egypt, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has cooperated with a number of Egyptian organizations to launch the Women Entrepreneurs Network (WEN). The ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 18 November, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Agencies

Palermo Conference on Libya – STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON

Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC November 13, 2018 The United States welcomes the conclusions announced by the Government of Italy following the November 12-13 conference on Libya in Palermo, which brought Libyan and international leaders together to advance our shared goal of helping Libya’s institutions break their political deadlock and ensure a ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 14 November, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

INJAZ Egypt and U.S. Embassy Cairo Launch Startup Egypt 2019

November 13, 2018 Cairo – At an event marking Global Entrepreneurship Week, the U.S. Embassy in Cairo and INJAZ Egypt announced the launch of Startup Egypt, one of the largest entrepreneurship pipelines in the country. Startup Egypt takes a sustainable, long-term approach to entrepreneurship by enrolling enthusiastic and creative graduates between the ages of 21 ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 14 November, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Helps Egyptians Hone Skills During Global Entrepreneurship Week

November 12, 2018 Cairo – This year, the U.S. Mission in Egypt is celebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) by helping to energize Egypt’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, especially among youth. Between November 12-18, Egyptian audiences will be able to take part in talks, workshops, and lectures being offered across the country, including at Cairo’s Maadi Public Library American Corner and Greek ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 12 November, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Condemns Deadly Attack in Egypt

Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC November 2, 2018 ________________________________ The Department of State condemns today’s deadly attack on a bus heading towards a Coptic Christian monastery in Upper Egypt. We extend our condolences to the families of these innocent victims. We remain steadfast in our support of Egypt’s efforts to combat terrorism ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 3 November, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Boston Marathon Sports Envoys Develop Sports Tourism, Mentor Young Athletes

Alexandria – Egyptian and American athletes rallied around their shared love for running and promoting health and fitness this past week as part of the U.S. Department of State’s Sports Envoy program. CEO of the Boston Athletic Association Tom Grilk, 1983 Boston Marathon champion Greg Meyer, and 1985 Boston Marathon champion Lisa Rainsberger were ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 30 October, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR OVERSEAS VOTERS WHO CANNOT ACCESS STATE ELECTION WEBSITES

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR OVERSEAS VOTERS WHO CANNOT ACCESS STATE ELECTION WEBSITES October 18, 2018 — Alexandria, Va. — The Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) has become aware of reports that some overseas voters are unable to access their state’s online voter registration and election systems. This is primarily due to states blocking web traffic from ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 28 October, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Press Releases, U.S. Citizen Services

Outlaw Regime: A Chronicle of Iran’s Destructive Activities

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo releases the State Department’s new report detailing the scope of the Iranian regime’s destructive behavior at home and abroad.

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 27 October, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

The Chargé d’Affaires’ Speech at the Egyptian Community Impact Session

The CDA’s Speech at Egyptian Community Impact Session of the AmCham and U.S. Chamber’s U.S. Business Mission to Egypt Tuesday, October 23, 2018 Good morning ladies and gentlemen. It’s a pleasure to be with you. I would like to start by thanking the leadership of the American Chamber of Commerce in Egypt: Tarek Tawfik and his ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 25 October, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Speeches

First Lady Melania Trump’s Visit to Cairo, Egypt

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the First Lady FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 6, 2018 First Lady Melania Trump’s Visit to Cairo, Egypt First Lady Melania Trump landed in Cairo, Egypt on Saturday Morning. Entissar Amer, the First Lady of the Arab Republic of Egypt and Thomas Goldberger, the Chargé d’Affaires of the United States Embassy ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 7 October, 2018 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases

USAID, Ministry of Education Inaugurate Career Centers at Mansoura University

October 2, 2018 Mansoura – The U.S. government, in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the American University in Cairo, celebrated the launch of two career development centers at Mansoura University this week. “These centers will help students prepare for, and attain, employment,” said USAID/Egypt Mission Director Sherry F. Carlin. ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 2 October, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

First Lady Melania Trump Announces Planned Stops During Visit to Africa

In remarks delivered today during a reception she hosted for delegates to the 73rdMeeting of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), First Lady Melania Trump announced the stops she will make during her upcoming visit to Africa. This will be the First Lady’s first major solo international trip. Mrs. Trump will travel the first week ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 September, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. and Egypt Collaborate on Cultural Property Protection

September 26, 2018 Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has concluded a week-long workshop in Cairo in partnership with the Egyptian Ministry of Antiquities on how to protect cultural property and investigate cases of illegally exported antiquities. Trainers from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the Federal Bureau of Investigations, and the Cultural Antiquities ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 September, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Dina El Wedidi Brings Electrifying Mix of Contemporary, Classic Egyptian Music to the United States

September 26, 2018 Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo in partnership with the Center Stage arts exchange program is pleased to announce the U.S. tour of Dina Elwedidi and her band September 15 to October 19 across the United States. Her tour will feature a mix of smaller shows and larger concerts in the ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 September, 2018 | Topics: Culture, Press Releases

Remarks by President Trump and President Al-Sisi of the Arab Republic of Egypt Before Bilateral Meeting

September 24, 2018 United Nations Headquarters New York, New York 5:23 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT TRUMP: Well, thank you very much. It’s a great honor to be with President Al-Sisi, a friend — a great friend — of Egypt. And we have very special things happening. Our relationship has never been stronger. And we’re working with ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 25 September, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Meeting with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt

September 24, 2018Today, President Donald J. Trump spoke with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt during the United Nations General Assembly. The two leaders underscored the importance of the strategic partnership between the United States and Egypt. President Trump reiterated his commitment to the security, stability, and prosperity of Egypt. Both leaders discussed the ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 25 September, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Youssra El Hawary Brings Contemporary Egyptian Music to American Audiences

September 23, 2018 Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo in partnership with the Center Stage arts exchange program is pleased to announce the U.S. debut of Youssra El Hawary. Youssra and her band will tour from September 11 to October 12 across the United States, featuring a number of musical residences, artist-to-artist exchanges, and public ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 23 September, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

United States Commits $13.8 Million in Water Sector Support for Egypt

September 10, 2018 Cairo – As part of Egypt’s economic reform program, the United States signed a $13.8 million agreement today to help build the capacity of the Holding Company for Water and Wastewater and its subsidiary companies. This agreement reflects the American people’s support for the priorities of access to water and wastewater services, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 10 September, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

CENTCOM Commander in Egypt to Observe BRIGHT STAR 18 Joint Exercise

September 9, 2018 CAIRO – General Joseph L. Votel, Commander, United States Central Command (CENTCOM) visited Egypt to observe U.S. military forces and the Egyptian Armed Forces during Exercise BRIGHT STAR 2018 at Mohamed Naguib Military Base. During his visit, General Votel met with senior Egyptian leaders to explore ways to enhance the strategic security ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 9 September, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Mohamed Abozekry’s Karkadé to Bring Updated Oud Classics on American Tour

September 9, 2018 Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo in partnership with the Center Stage Program is pleased to announce the U.S. debut of Mohamed Abozekry & Karkadé. The band will tour seven cities across the northeast United States from September 7-28, 2018, from a large public performance at the Kennedy Center in Washington, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 9 September, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S.-Joint Military Exercise BRIGHT STAR 18 Promotes Security Cooperation

August 29, 2018 CAIRO – U.S. military forces will join the Egyptian Armed Forces, as well as the armed forces of other participating countries, for Exercise BRIGHT STAR 2018 at Mohamed Naguib Military Base, Egypt, 8-20 September 2018. The first BRIGHT STAR exercise was held in 1980 as a result of the Camp David Accords ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 30 August, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Cairo and American Film Showcase Partner with 2nd Edition of El Gouna Film Festival

August 26, 2018 Cairo –The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is pleased to announce the partnership between the premier American film diplomacy program, American Film Showcase, and El Gouna Film Festival for the second year. In the second edition of El Gouna Film Festival, CineGouna Platform will host a workshop and mentoring sessions with two prominent ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 27 August, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

USAID, UNICEF, Ministry of Sports partner to promote youth employment

August 13, 2018 Cairo – In celebration of International Youth Day, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is promoting youth employment and girls’ empowerment in partnership with the Ministry of Youth and Sports and UNICEF. USAID supports Egyptian efforts in Minya, Assiut, Sohag, and Qena to provide adolescents and youth with key life, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 13 August, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Agencies

Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release READOUT August 8, 2018 Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert:‎ Secretary Michael R. Pompeo met today in Washington with Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry. They discussed the strong U.S.-Egypt partnership, U.S. military assistance ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 9 August, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo

Statement from the President on the Reimposition of United States Sanctions with Respect to Iran

The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release August 6, 2018 Today, the United States is taking action to reimpose nuclear-related sanctions with respect to Iran that were lifted in connection with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action of July 14, 2015 (the “JCPOA”). These actions include reimposing sanctions on Iran’s automotive ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 7 August, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

37 Egyptian Women Graduate from USAID-Sponsored MBA Programs

July 26, 2018 Cairo – Today, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) celebrated the graduation of 37 women from all over Egypt who received USAID scholarships to earn Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) degrees at premier universities in the United States. “These graduates join hundreds of USAID scholarship recipients who are making a difference ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 July, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, USAID

United States Commits to $45 Million in Bilateral Assistance for Egypt

July 25, 2018 Cairo – Egypt and the United States signed five bilateral assistance agreement amendments this week worth $45 million that demonstrate continued support from the American people for joint U.S.-Egypt priorities in health, education, governance, and agriculture. The agreements are aligned with the Government of Egypt’s economic reforms, Sustainable Development Plan 2030, and ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 24 July, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, USAID

Statement by Secretary Pompeo on the occasion of Egypt’s National Day, July 23

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Secretary POMPEO Egyptian National Day July 23, 2018 On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I offer warm congratulations to the Government and the people of Egypt on your National Day, July 23. We join you in celebrating ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 23 July, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

USAID Inaugurates Career Centers in Upper Egypt Universities

July 16, 2018 USAID Inaugurates Career Centers in Upper Egypt Universities Cairo – The U.S. government, in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the American University in Cairo (AUC), celebrated the launch of career development centers at universities in Minya and Beni Suef this week. “These centers will help ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 16 July, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Joint Statement on Welcoming Libyan National Oil Corporation Resuming Production

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC July 12, 2018 The text of the following statement on Libya was released by the Governments of the United States of America, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom. Begin Text: The Governments of France, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States, recalling their statement of 27 ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 13 July, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

July 4 Celebration Remarks by U.S. Embassy Cairo’s Chargé d’Affaires Thomas Goldberger

Remarks Thomas Goldberger U.S. Embassy Cairo’s Chargé d’Affaires Cairo July 4, 2018 Thank you Dorothy, and welcome everyone, It is an honor and a pleasure for Eden and me, along with all our embassy colleagues, to have you with us this evening to celebrate 242 years of American freedom and independence. July 4th ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 5 July, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S., Egyptian Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agencies Share Knowledge

July 3, 2018 ALEXANDRIA – Experts from the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)/Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) met with Egyptian counterparts in Alexandria last week to exchange knowledge and explore best practices in combating fraudulent document proliferation. HSI experts showcased for the first time in Egypt the Forensic Laboratory (FL) archive, which is ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 3 July, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Egypt 2018 Trafficking in Persons Report

Egypt OFFICE TO MONITOR AND COMBAT TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS 2018 Trafficking in Persons Report Tier 2 EGYPT: Tier 2 The Government of Egypt does not fully meet the minimum standards for the elimination of trafficking; however, it is making significant efforts to do so. The government demonstrated increasing efforts compared to the previous reporting period; therefore Egypt remained on Tier ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 28 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Readout of Jared Kushner and Jason Greenblatt’s Meeting with the President of Egypt

June 21, 2018 THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary Readout of Jared Kushner and Jason Greenblatt’s Meeting with the President of Egypt Senior Advisor Jared Kushner and Special Representative for International Negotiations Jason Greenblatt returned to the Arab Republic of Egypt and met today with President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. Building ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 21 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

United States Commemorates World Refugee Day

Press Statement Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC June 20, 2018 On World Refugee Day, we join the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and our international partners in commemorating the strength, courage, and resilience of millions of refugees worldwide who have been forced to flee their homes due to persecution and conflict. ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 21 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Statement By Secretary Pompeo on the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr

STATEMENT BY SECRETARY POMPEO June 14, 2018 On the Occasion of Eid al-Fitr On behalf of the U.S. Department of State, I extend my best wishes to our Muslim friends and partners celebrating Eid al-Fitr. This holiday marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting, charity, compassion, and reflection. Eid al-Fitr reminds all ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 16 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Joint Statement of President Trump of the United States and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea at the Singapore Summit

President Donald J. Trump of the United States of America and Chairman Kim Jong Un of the State Affairs Commission of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) held a first, historic summit in Singapore on June 12, 2018. President Trump and Chairman Kim Jong Un conducted a comprehensive, in-depth, and sincere exchange of ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 13 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Statement by Ambassador Haley on LGBTI Pride Month

June 6, 2018 This June, we join our friends in the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) community around the world who are celebrating Pride Month. At the UN, we see the importance of defending freedoms of LGBTI persons from governments that violate their own people’s human rights. The United States embraces personal ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 7 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

FBI Seeks Information on Missing James City County Children

The FBI Norfolk Field Office, along with the James City County Police Department and with assistance from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Amina Kandil and Belel Kandil missing from James City County, Virginia since August 29, 2014. At the time of their disappearance, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 5 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

LGBTI Pride Month

Press Statement Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC June 1, 2018 The United States joins people around the world in celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) Pride Month, and reaffirms its commitment to protecting and defending the human rights of all, including LGBTI persons. In many parts of the world, LGBTI individuals ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 3 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

EGYPT 2017 INTERNATIONAL RELIGIOUS FREEDOM REPORT

Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor International Religious Freedom Report for 2017 Egypt Executive Summary The constitution describes freedom of belief as “absolute” and specifies Islam as the state religion. It also enshrines the principles of sharia as the primary source of legislation, which local lawyers stated creates potential legal ambiguities with regard to the freedom of belief guaranteed in the ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 29 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

READOUT OF VICE PRESIDENT MIKE PENCE’S CALL WITH PRESIDENT OF EGYPT ABDEL FATTAH AL SISI

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Vice President FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 24, 2018 READOUT OF VICE PRESIDENT MIKE PENCE’S CALL WITH PRESIDENT OF EGYPT ABDEL FATTAH AL SISI Vice President Mike Pence spoke today with President of Egypt Abdel Fattah Al Sisi to reinforce the strong partnership between the United States and Egypt. ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 24 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Treasury Targets Iranian Individuals Providing Ballistic Missile Support to Yemen’s Huthis

MAY 22, 2018 Washington – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated five Iranian individuals who have provided ballistic missile-related technical expertise to Yemen’s Huthis, and who have transferred weapons not seen in Yemen prior to the current conflict, on behalf of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 24 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Near East: After the Deal: A New Iran Strategy

Near East: After the Deal: A New Iran Strategy 05/21/2018 12:17 PM EDT Remarks Mike Pompeo Secretary of State The Heritage Foundation Washington, DC May 21, 2018 MS JAMES: Good morning. (Applause.) Welcome to the Heritage Foundation. My name is Kay James and I have the honor of being the president here. It is a pleasure and honor to welcome our distinguished guest, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 22 May, 2018 | Topics: Near East & North Africa, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo

U.S., GOE inaugurate community hub for women and girls in Imbaba

May 20, 2018 Cairo – U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Dorothy Shea joined Giza Governor General Mohamed Kamal El Daly to inaugurate the first community hub for women and girls in Imbaba. “The United States is committed to supporting the Government of Egypt’s efforts to ensure that women and girls are socially, economically, and ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 20 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

INA Hosts First Visit for the Chairman General of the Egyptian General Authority for Land and Dry Ports during a Visit CBP Facilities in the U.S.

From April 29 to May 4, 2018, the highest ranking official from the Egyptian General Authority for Land and Dry Ports (GALDP), Chairman Foad Elsayed Osman, accompanied the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Attaché to Egypt, during a CBP IVP visit to the United States. The visit was conducted in close coordination with ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 20 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Statement by Secretary Pompeo on the Occasion of Ramadan

STATEMENT BY SECRETARY POMPEO On the Occasion of Ramadan On behalf of the United States Department of State, I offer best wishes to Muslims around the world for a peaceful and blessed Ramadan. For those observing this month, it is a time of reverence, generosity, and spiritual introspection. Ramadan is also a cherished time of ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 16 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Presidential Message on Ramadan

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary Presidential Message on Ramadan With the rising of tonight’s moon, I send my greetings and best wishes to all Muslims observing Ramadan in the United States and around the world. During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims commemorate the revelation of the Quran to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 16 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Gaza: A Failed Experiment by Hamas

Gaza: A Failed Experiment by Hamas As Hamas continues to exploit protests to foment violence against Israel, finding a way to help the people of Gaza in any meaningful way becomes more and more challenging. All parties interested in bringing change to Gaza need to face the reality that Hamas has failed its own people. The New York Times article entitled “Plan to Storm Fence Gets Bloody ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 14 May, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

USAID and Ministry of Health and Population Launch Family Planning Program

U.S. Embassy – Cairo Press Release May 12, 2018 USAID and Ministry of Health and Population Launch Family Planning Program Cairo – Responding to a request by the Government of Egypt to contribute to Egypt’s family planning efforts, USAID Mission Director Sherry F. Carlin joined Minister of Health and Population Dr. Ahmed Emad Rady to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 13 May, 2018 | Topics: Child and Family Matters, Gender Issues, Health Issues, Human Rights, Near East & North Africa, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Egypt, USAID

Meeting Between Special Rep Greenblatt and EGIS

May 11, 2018 Special Representative for International Negotiations Jason Greenblatt met on May 10 with General Abbas Kamal, Chief of the Egyptian Intelligence Service of the Arab Republic of Egypt. The two officials discussed increasing cooperation between the United States and Egypt and the urgent need to bring humanitarian relief to Gaza. ###

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Takes “Shaghlna” Job Fair to Luxor for the First Time

U.S. Embassy – Cairo Press Release May 11, 2018 U.S. Embassy Takes “Shaghlna” Job Fair to Luxor for the First Time Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is proud to take its successful employment fair, “Shaghlna,” for the first time outside of Cairo to the historic city of Luxor, bringing businesses together with job ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

World Press Freedom Day

Press Statement Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC May 3, 2018 On the 25th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, we renew our commitment to promoting and protecting a free press, which is an essential pillar of democracy. The United States values freedom of the press as a key component of democratic governance. ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 3 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

SECRETARY MIKE POMPEO

Mike Pompeo was sworn in as Secretary of State on April 26, 2018. He previously served as Director of the Central Intelligence Agency from January 2017 to April 2018. Prior to joining the Trump Administration, Mr. Pompeo was serving in his fourth term as congressman from Kansas’ 4th District. He served on ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 27 April, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Brings Egyptians and Americans Together to Celebrate 2018 Earth Day

CAIRO – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo celebrated Earth Day 2018 on April 22 by bringing together interested Egyptians and Americans at the American Center at the Maadi Public Library for an environmental “Teach-In.” The event featured a film showing and panel discussion, with the purpose of raising awareness of today’s environmental ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 22 April, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Remarks on the Release of the 2017 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices

John J. Sullivan Acting Secretary of State Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Press Briefing Room Washington, DC April 20, 2018 MS NAUERT: Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you so much for coming, especially on a Friday. Today the State Department released the 2017 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices . Promoting freedom – promoting and defending human rights and fundamental freedoms are central to who we ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 22 April, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

EGYPT 2017 HUMAN RIGHTS REPORT

Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights and Labor Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2017 Egypt EXECUTIVE SUMMARY According to its constitution, Egypt is a republic governed by an elected president and unicameral legislature. Domestic and international observers concluded the 2014 presidential election was administered professionally and in line with the country’s laws, while also expressing serious concerns that government limitations on ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 20 April, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Statement by Heather Nauert – Holding Russia Accountable for Chemical Weapons Use in Salisbury, UK

U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement by Heather Nauert, Spokesperson April 18, 2018 Today, the UN Security Council and the Executive Council of the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) met to discuss the OPCW’s recent findings related to the March 4 use of a military-grade ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 19 April, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

United States Assessment of the Assad Regime’s Chemical Weapons Use

The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release April 13, 2018 Key Takeaway The United States assesses with confidence that the Syrian regime used chemical weapons in the eastern Damascus suburb of Duma on April 7, 2018, killing dozens of men, women, and children, and severely injuring hundreds more. This ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 15 April, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Statement by Heather Nauert, Spokesperson on the Chemical Attack in Douma

STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON April 7, 2018 On the Chemical Attack in Douma We continue to closely follow disturbing reports April 7 regarding another alleged chemical weapons attack, this time targeting a hospital in Douma, Syria. Reports from a number of contacts and medical personnel on the ground indicate a potentially high number ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 10 April, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Remarks at an Emergency UN Security Council Briefing on Chemical Weapons Use in Syria

Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City April 9, 2018 AS DELIVERED Thank you, Mr. President. Thank you, Mr. De Mistura, and thank you, Mr. Markram, for your briefings. Almost exactly one year ago, I stood on the floor of the ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 10 April, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. State Department Spokesperson on Egyptian Elections

Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC April 2, 2018 Following his re-election, we look forward to continuing to work with President Abdelfattah al-Sisi to advance our strategic partnership and address our common challenges, while encouraging respect for and protection of basic rights and freedoms. The United States values its strong partnership with Egypt ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 2 April, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt

April 2, 2018 President Donald J. Trump spoke today with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt. President Trump congratulated President Al Sisi on his reelection. The two leaders affirmed the strategic partnership between the United States and Egypt, and noted that they look forward to advancing this partnership and addressing common challenges.

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 2 April, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump

American Hip-Hop Group “Dangerflow” Comes to Egypt

April 03, 2018 Cairo – Dangerflow, an American hip hop group from Miami, Florida is bringing their exciting sound to Egypt for a series of concerts in Cairo and Alexandria, courtesy of the U.S. Department of State’s American Music Abroad (AMA) program. This program is the second in the Embassy’s “Al-Hakawatya” series, featuring storytelling ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 2 April, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Press Releases

ICE and Egyptian Administrative Control Authority sign Memorandum of Understanding

March 22, 2018 U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Egyptian Administrative Control Authority (ACA) to facilitate ongoing cooperation between the two agencies through the exchange of expertise and best practices, information sharing, and other collaborative efforts. The memo was signed during a visit to Washington by ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 28 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Readout of the Trilateral Meeting of the National Security Advisors of the United States of America, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 26, 2018 Readout of the Trilateral Meeting of the National Security Advisors of the United States of America, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates The National Security Advisors of the United States of America, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 27 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Embassy “Shaghlna” Job Fair Comes to Cairo

March 26, 2018 Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo proudly announces its fourth annual job fair, “Shaghlna,” to be held on Saturday, March 31 at the Greek Campus in downtown Cairo. The fair underscores the Embassy’s commitment to Egypt’s economic growth and the continued professional development of its people. During the fair, more than ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Statement on Alexandria Bomb Attack

March 24, 2018 CAIRO – The U.S Embassy in Cairo condemns today’s bomb attack on security officers in Alexandria. We express our condolences to the families and friends of the deceased and wish the wounded a speedy recovery. The United States reaffirms our commitment to stand with Egypt in the battle against terrorism. ###

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 24 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Readout of the Gaza Conference at the White House

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 14, 2018 Yesterday, the White House hosted a conference with representatives from 20 countries, including Israel and many Arab states, to discuss solutions to the worsening humanitarian and economic conditions in Gaza. The conference, convened by White House Senior Advisor Jared Kushner, Special ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 15 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Statement from President Donald J. Trump

The White House March 13, 2018 Press secretary Sarah Sanders distributed the following: Statement from President Donald J. Trump “I am proud to nominate the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency, Mike Pompeo, to be our new Secretary of State. Mike graduated first in his class at West Point, served with distinction in the U.S. ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 14 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Thomas Goldberger at a Grant Signing Ceremony with the ERC

(As Prepared) “Today Minister Nasr, Egyptian Red Cross Secretary-General Dr. Moamena Kamel, and USAID Mission Director Sherry F. Carlin, and I are signing a grant from the US Agency for International Development to the Egyptian Red Crescent for 2.2 million Egyptian pounds. This grant will allow the Red Crescent to provide psychological and social support ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 12 March, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Press Releases

U.S. Commits EGP 2.2 Million for Survivors of Al Rawda Mosque Attack

March 12, 2018 CAIRO – To help the survivors of the November 24 terrorist attack on the mosque in Al Rawda village, the United States made a donation of EGP 2.2 million to the Egyptian Red Crescent for psychosocial counseling and vocational training to aid families and help provide sources of livelihood to those who ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 12 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Background Press Call by a Senior Administration Official on North Korea Announcement

The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release March 8, 2018 Via Teleconference *Note from a senior administration official in addition to the below – the Vice President was in the Oval Office meeting discussed in the transcript* 8:03 P.M. EST SENIOR ADMINISTRATION OFFICIAL: Hello. Good evening, everyone. I’m just going to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 March, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Remarks by Secretary Tillerson: U.S.-Africa Relations: A New Framework

Remarks Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State George Mason University Fairfax, Virginia March 6, 2018 MR CABRERA: Good morning, everyone. Thank you so much for being with us today for a very, very special presentation. I’m honored to welcome our Secretary of State to George Mason, who, as you know, is on his way to a ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 7 March, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases, Secretary Rex Tillerson | Tags: Rex Tillerson

Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 4, 2018 Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt President Donald J. Trump spoke today with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt. President Trump and President Al Sisi discussed opportunities to enhance the American-Egyptian ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 5 March, 2018 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump

State Department Terrorist Designations of ISIS Affiliates and Senior Leaders

MEDIA NOTE February 27, 2018 State Department Terrorist Designations of ISIS Affiliates and Senior Leaders The Department of State has designated three ISIS-affiliated groups – ISIS-West Africa, ISIS-Philippines, and ISIS-Bangladesh – as Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs) under Section 1(b) of Executive Order (E.O.) 13224 and as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) pursuant to Section 219 ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 28 February, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Welcomes U.S. Investment in Egypt with Mars Expansion

February 27, 2018 Cairo – Chargé d’Affaires Thomas Goldberger joined Minister of Trade and Industry Tarek Qabil in welcoming the President of the Mars Wrigley Confectionery Company Martin Radvan to Egypt to celebrate the expansion of Mars’ production facility in 6th of October City. They were joined by senior executives of Mars Wrigley, which is ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 27 February, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Thomas H. Goldberger at Mars Wrigley Confectionary Production Expansion Ceremony

February 27, 2018 Good morning, Mr. Minister, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen. Mr. Radvan, Mr. AbouOaf, it is a real pleasure to see you in Egypt and to be with you and your colleagues today to congratulate Mars, a major American company and the most well-known confectionary company in the world that has been working ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 27 February, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Press Releases, Speeches

U.S. Efforts to Protect Religious Minorities

By Knox Thames on February 22, 2018 PROTECT RELIGIOUS FREEDOM AND RELIGIOUS MINORITIES: We will advocate on behalf of religious freedom and threatened minorities. Religious minorities continue to be victims of violence. We will place a priority on protecting these groups and will continue working with regional partners to protect minority communities from attacks and to preserve ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 23 February, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Secretary Tillerson Interview With Margaret Brennan of CBS 60 Minutes

Washington, DC February 18, 2018 MS BRENNAN: Rex Tillerson admits he was an unconventional choice for Secretary of State. He had no prior government experience. But as CEO of ExxonMobil, he had crisscrossed the globe striking deals with foreign leaders. Secretary Tillerson, a man who still considers himself a Boy Scout and follows what he calls ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 21 February, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases, Secretary Rex Tillerson | Tags: Rex Tillerson

USAID and Ministry of Education Launch Renewable Energy Curriculum

February 20, 2018 Aswan – A new curriculum developed by the U.S. Agency for International Development in partnership with the Ministry of Education will help over 300 technical school students in Aswan and Hurghada specialize in renewable energy and prepare them for employment in Egypt’s promising solar and wind power sectors. This new, three-year diploma ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 20 February, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Chairman Royce Leads Delegation to Egypt

February 19, 2018 Cairo, Egypt – Today in Egypt, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Ed Royce (R-CA) and Subcommittee Chairman Paul Cook (R-CA) met with U.S. and Egyptian officials to discuss ongoing matters in the U.S.-Egyptian partnership, as well as the security challenges Egypt faces. The delegation met with His Excellency Sameh Shoukry, Minister of ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 20 February, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

Secretary Tillerson Press Availability With Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry

Press Availability Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Cairo, Egypt February 12, 2018 FOREIGN MINISTER SHOUKRY: (In Arabic.) SECRETARY TILLERSON: Well, I’m delighted to be in Cairo, my first trip to Egypt as Secretary of State, and to really have very comprehensive discussions about this almost one-half-century relationship between the U.S. and Egypt and our commitment to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 13 February, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, Secretary Rex Tillerson | Tags: Rex Tillerson

Secretary Tillerson’s Meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fatteh al-Sisi

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Official – Transitory UNCLASSIFIED ________________________________ For Immediate Release READOUT February 12, 2018 Secretary Tillerson’s Meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fatteh al-Sisi The following is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Tillerson had a productive meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fatteh al-Sisi Monday in Cairo. They discussed our ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 12 February, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases, Secretary Rex Tillerson | Tags: Rex Tillerson

Secretary Tillerson to Travel to Amman, Ankara, Beirut, Cairo, and Kuwait City

For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON February 8, 2018 Secretary Tillerson to Travel to Amman, Ankara, Beirut, Cairo, and Kuwait City U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson will travel to Amman, Jordan; Ankara, Turkey; Beirut, Lebanon; Cairo, Egypt; and Kuwait City, Kuwait, February 11–16. In Jordan, the Secretary will meet with His Majesty ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 8 February, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Telephonic Press Briefing with U.S. CENTCOM Commander General Joseph Votel

01-31-2018 Moderator: Greetings to everyone from the US Department of State’s Dubai Regional Media Hub. I would like to welcome all of our callers who have dialed in from across the Arab world. Today, we are joined by the commander of the United States Central Command, General Joseph Votel. The United States Central Command’s area ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 1 February, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Secretary Tillerson Designates HASM & Liwa Al-Thawra as Specially Designated Global Terrorists

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC January 31, 2018 The Department of State has designated Ismail Haniyeh, Harakat al-Sabireen, Liwa al Thawra, and Harakat Sawa’d Misr (HASM) as Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs) under Section 1(b) of Executive Order (E.O.) 13224. In announcing these designations, Secretary of State Rex Tillerson emphasized that “these ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 31 January, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

USAID Supports Healthy Living in Egypt Through Health Communications Project

January 31, 2018 Cairo – Thousands of Egyptians are living healthier lives today thanks to a joint project between the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Ministry of Health and Population to improve the skills of over 700 Egyptian health educators. The project, which began in 2014 and completed this month, featured a ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 31 January, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

USAID and Ministry of Education Strengthen Egyptian Technical Education

January 31, 2018 Alexandria – The future of technical education in Egypt received a significant boost with the completion on January 24 of a seven-day workshop for 1,300 Egyptian technical school teachers and administrators from 60 vocational schools in 11 governorates across Egypt. The workshop, sponsored by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 31 January, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Navy Ships USS Carney and USNS Carson City Visit Port of Alexandria

January 18, 2018 ALEXANDRIA – U.S. Navy ships USS Carney (DDG 64) and USNS Carson City (T-EPF-7) have docked at the Port of Alexandria, the first port visit of a U.S. Navy ship to Alexandria since 2009. To mark the occasion, the USS Carney’s Commanding Officer, Commander Peter Halvorsen, and the U.S. Embassy’s Deputy Chief ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 18 January, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. and Egypt Hold Military Cooperation Committee Meeting

January 10, 2017 CAIRO – Assistant Secretary of Defense (ASD) for International Security Affairs Robert Karem joined Air Marshal Younis al Masri, Chief of the Egyptian Air Force, in cohosting the Military Cooperation Committee (MCC) meeting on January 8-9. The MCC, which meets annually, is the premier bilateral forum for planning and coordinating security cooperation strategy between the ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 10 January, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence to Travel to Egypt, Jordan, and Israel

January 8, 2018 WASHINGTON, DC – Vice President Mike Pence will travel to the Middle East later this month on behalf of President Donald Trump. The Vice President will visit Egypt, Jordan, and Israel January 19-23, 2018. The Vice President will address the shared need to combat terrorism and assist persecuted religious minorities. The Vice ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 9 January, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt

STATEMENTS & RELEASES Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt FOREIGN POLICY Issued on: December 29, 2017 President Donald J. Trump spoke today with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt to offer condolences to the people of Egypt after the attack on worshippers and security forces ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 30 December, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump

The U.S. Embassy Condemns Terrorist Attack on a church in Helwan

December 29, 2017 Cairo – The United States Embassy strongly condemns today’s terrorist attack on a church in Helwan south of Cairo. We offer condolences to the families of the victims and wishes for speedy recovery for those wounded. The United States stands steadfastly with the people of Egypt in the face of such cowardly ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 29 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

The U.S. Embassy Condemns Terrorist Attacks in Bir Al-Abd

December 28, 2017 CAIRO – The US Embassy in Cairo condemns the attacks this evening that killed several soldiers in Bir al-Abd and extends its deep sympathies to the families of those killed. The United States stands firmly with Egypt in its fight against such cowardly terrorist actions.

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 28 December, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

USAID and Ministry of Health Launch Nationwide Community Health Worker Strategy

December 27, 2017 CAIRO – Today, USAID/Egypt and representatives from the Ministry of Health and Population celebrated the launch of a new nationwide Community Health Worker Strategy that will help Egyptians gain greater access to health information and advice. “Community Health Workers serve as a vital connection between the people and the health system,” said USAID/Egypt ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 27 December, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. FBI and Egyptian ACA Cooperate to Fight Corruption

December 26, 2017 CAIRO – The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Egyptian Administrative Control Authority (ACA) to facilitate ongoing cooperation between the two agencies. The MOU between the two agencies, both responsible for investigating government corruption, was signed during a visit to Cairo by a delegation ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 27 December, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

President Donald J. Trump Announces a National Security Strategy to Advance America’s Interests

“Our government’s first duty is to its people, to our citizens — to serve their needs, to ensure their safety, to preserve their rights, and to defend their values.” President Donald J. Trump A NEW NATIONAL SECURITY STRATEGY FOR A NEW ERA: Less than a year after taking office, President Donald J. Trump is unveiling ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 19 December, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump

USAID Celebrates Agreement to Build 20 Career Centers at Egyptian Universities

December 13, 2017 Cairo –USAID/Egypt, in partnership with the American University in Cairo, announced the launch of a project to build 20 Career Development Centers at universities throughout Egypt to provide Egyptian students training in leadership, entrepreneurship, and networking, and better prepare students to enter the job market. The project’s launch included representatives of the ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 13 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Embassy Clarification of Security Messages

December 11, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is aware of a fake security message attributed to the embassy, circulating over the past 24 hours. This security message did NOT come from the U.S. Embassy. Any real security messages for U.S. Citizens from the U.S. Embassy will always be posted on our website here: https://eg.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/security-and-travel-information/ ### ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Over 600 Students Graduate from U.S. Embassy-sponsored English Language Program

December 10, 2017 CAIRO – On Sunday, December 10, U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Thomas H. Goldberger presented graduation certificates to 370 young Egyptians from Cairo, Alexandria, and the Nile Delta on their completion of the Access English Language Program. An additional 300 students from Upper Egypt will receive their graduation certificates in a separate ceremony ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Remarks at a UN Security Council Meeting on the U.S. Decision to Move the U.S. Embassy in Israel to Jerusalem

Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations New York City December 8, 2017 Thank you, Mr. President. The Jewish people are a patient people. Throughout three thousand years of civilization, foreign conquest, exile, and return, Jerusalem has remained their spiritual home. For nearly 70 years, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, Speeches

Statement by President Trump on Jerusalem

The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release December 06, 2017 Statement by President Trump on Jerusalem Diplomatic Reception Room 1:07 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. When I came into office, I promised to look at the world’s challenges with open eyes and very fresh thinking. We cannot solve our problems ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump

President Donald J. Trump’s Proclamation on Jerusalem as the Capital of the State of Israel

The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release December 06, 2017 President Donald J. Trump’s Proclamation on Jerusalem as the Capital of the State of Israel “My announcement today marks the beginning of a new approach to the conflict between Israel and the Palestinians.” – President Donald J. Trump RECOGNIZING JERUSALEM: President ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

United States Supports Egypt’s Cultural Heritage at Shrine of al-Imam al-Shafi’i

December 6, 2017 CAIRO – Chargé d’Affaires Thomas Goldberger joined Minister of Antiquities Dr. Khaled El-Enany on December 4 in reviewing the significant archaeological work that the Egyptian organization “Megawra” is undertaking at the historic mausoleum of al-Imam al-Shafi’i, in the cemetery district of Historic Cairo. Megawra’s Athar Lina Initiative for Egyptian Cultural Preservation has been ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 6 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

United States and Egypt Agree to Further Trade Cooperation

December 6, 2017 CAIRO – The United States and Egypt met on December 5 under the bilateral Trade and Investment Council. The Council, established under the 1999 Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA), discussed ways to further expand fair and reciprocal trade and investment between the two countries. The United States used the meeting to update ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 6 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Consulate Alexandria Takes Hip Hop to the “Next Level” in Egypt

December 4, 2017 Alexandria – The U.S. Consulate General in Alexandria is pleased to bring a group of talented hip hop artists to Alexandria and Cairo during the month of December through Next Level, an initiative of the U.S. Department of State, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Meridian International Center. Next ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 4 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Secretary’s Remarks: On the Latest D.P.R.K. Missile Launch

Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC November 28, 2017 The United States strongly condemns North Korea’s launch of what is likely an intercontinental ballistic missile into the Sea of Japan, indiscriminately threatening its neighbors, the region and global stability. The D.P.R.K.’s relentless pursuit of nuclear weapons and the means to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 29 November, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Statement from the Press Secretary regarding the Attack at a Mosque in Egypt

The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release November 24, 2017 The United States condemns in the strongest terms today’s horrific terrorist attack at a mosque in Egypt’s North Sinai province. We offer our condolences to the families of those killed and wounded, and we stand with the people ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 25 November, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Condemns Cowardly Attack on Mosque in North Sinai

November 24, 2017 Cairo – Today’s terrorist attack on worshippers attending Friday prayers at a mosque in Arish was an unconscionable act of cowardice and hate. The Embassy extends heartfelt condolences to the families of those who were killed and we wish a speedy recovery to those injured. As Egypt battles the scourge of terrorism, the ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 24 November, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC November 22, 2017 In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (IDEVAW) on November 25 and the accompanying 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the United States reaffirms its commitment to defending the rights of women and girls to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Entrepreneurs and Investors Selected for the 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit

November 18, 2017 The United States and India are proud to announce the selection of the 1,500 individuals who will participate in the 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit, which will be co-hosted by the United States and India in Hyderabad, India, November 28-30. Advisor to the President Ivanka Trump will lead the U.S. contingent ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 20 November, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Helps Egyptians Hone Skills During Global Entrepreneurship Week

November 13, 2017 One week each November, thousands of events and competitions around the world inspire millions to engage in entrepreneurial activity as they connect with potential collaborators, mentors, and investors during Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW). Dozens of world leaders and a network of more than 15,000 partner organizations, including the U.S. government, support this ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 13 November, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with King Salman of Saudi Arabia

THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 5, 2017 Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with King Salman of Saudi Arabia President Donald J. Trump spoke yesterday with King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. King Salman expressed his condolences for the recent terrorist attack in New ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 7 November, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

2nd Business Council for International Understanding Competitiveness Forum

2 November 2017 Opening Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Thomas Goldberger at the BCIU Competitiveness Forum, November 2, Cairo: Good morning. Thank you, Jeff, for that introduction. It is great to have you back in Cairo. Minister Nasr, thank you very much for being with us today and for all your many efforts to support the ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 2 November, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

USAID Supports Aspiring Social Entrepreneurs at “Minyathon” Minya Startup Weekend

October 26, 2017 Minya – As part of the commitment of the United States to work with the public and private sector to strengthen Egypt’s economy and provide job opportunities for youth, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is co-sponsoring a “Startup Weekend” in Minya, on October 26-28. The “Minyathon” will bring together ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Supports Job Fairs Throughout Egypt

October 24, 2017 Cairo – The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce the launch of “Shaghlna,” a new series of job fairs for job-seekers across the country that builds on the success of employment fairs held over the past three years in Cairo. The Shaghlna program includes three upcoming employment fairs, sponsored by the U.S. ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 24 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Ongoing U.S. Humanitarian Assistance in Response to the Rakhine State Crisis, Burma

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 22, 2017 Ongoing U.S. Humanitarian Assistance in Response to the Rakhine State Crisis, Burma The U.S. government has provided nearly $40 million in life-saving emergency assistance in direct response to the Rakhine State crisis since August 25. This brings the total U.S. ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 23 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. State Dept. Spokesperson on Terrorist Attack Against Egyptian Security Forces

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY HEATHER NAUERT, SPOKESPERSON October 21, 2017 Terrorist Attack Against Egyptian Security Forces The United States strongly condemns the terrorist attack against Egyptian security forces near the Bahariya Oasis yesterday, which killed dozens of Egyptian personnel and wounded many others. We offer our ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 21 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

US Embassy Condemns Killing of Egyptian Police and Security Personnel

October 21, 2017 “The October 20 terrorist attack on Egyptian police and security personnel was an inhumane crime. The Embassy offers heartfelt condolences to the bereaved and we wish a quick recovery to those injured. As Egyptian police and security personnel continue to put themselves in harm’s way to protect their country, we reaffirm the ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 21 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Secretary Tillerson on Raqqa’s Liberation from ISIS

For Immediate Release STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON October 20, 2017 Raqqa’s Liberation from ISIS We congratulate the Syrian people and the Syrian Democratic Forces, including the Syrian Arab Coalition, on the liberation of Raqqa. The United States is proud to lead the 73-member Global Coalition that supported this effort, which has seen ISIS’s so-called caliphate ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 20 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Statement by Special Representative for International Negotiations Jason Greenblatt on Hamas-Fatah Reconciliation Efforts

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: October 19, 2017 Press Office: [Phone +972-2-622-6908] Email: ConGenPress@state.gov https://jru.usconsulate.gov All parties agree that it is essential that the Palestinian Authority be able to assume full, genuine, and unhindered civil and security responsibilities in Gaza and that we work together to improve the humanitarian ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 19 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Condemns Sinai Attacks on Armed Forces, Police, and Civilians

Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo deplores the recent terrorist attacks on security forces, police, and civilians, including Christian Egyptians, in the Sinai Peninsula and elsewhere in Egypt. These attacks once again demonstrate the depravity of the terrorists, in stark contrast to officers and civilians who are giving their lives to serve and protect fellow ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 16 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Rewards for Justice – Reward Offer for Information on Hizballah Key Leaders Talal Hamiyah and Fu’ad Shukr

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 10, 2017 The U.S. Department of State’s Rewards for Justice Program is offering rewards for information leading to the location, arrest, or conviction in any country of two key leaders of the Lebanon-based terrorist group Hizballah. The Department is offering a reward of up to $7 ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Sanctions Revoked Following Sustained Positive Action by the Government of Sudan

Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC October 6, 2017 Today, the United States decided to revoke economic sanctions with respect to Sudan and the Government of Sudan under Executive Orders 13067 and 13412, in recognition of the Government of Sudan’s sustained positive actions to maintain a cessation of hostilities in conflict areas in ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 8 October, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

United States Commits to Over $100 Million in Bilateral Assistance for Egypt

September 27, 2017 CAIRO – Egypt and the United States signed new bilateral assistance agreements and amendments this week worth over $100 million that support the Government of Egypt’s economic reforms, Sustainable Development Plan 2030, and private sector led growth and job creation. These agreements demonstrate ongoing support from the American people for joint U.S.-Egypt ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 27 September, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

USTDA Acting Director Visits Egypt to Support Economic Development, U.S. Industry Engagement

September 24, 2017 CAIRO – Acting Director of the U.S. Trade and Development Agency Thomas R. Hardy visited Egypt on September 23 and 24 in order to strengthen the agency’s support for U.S. commercial engagement in Egypt’s infrastructure development. During the visit, Acting Director Hardy signed a grant with Egyptian energy and electric cable corporation ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 25 September, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

The United States and Egypt celebrate completion of Ancient Memphis Walking Circuit

September 24, 2017 Cairo –Chargé d’Affaires Thomas Goldberger of the U.S. Embassy in Cairo and Minister of Antiquities Dr. Khaled El Enany celebrated on September 23 the completion of the Ancient Memphis Walking Circuit in Mit Rahina. The walking circuit connects eight archaeological sites in the center of Egypt’s first capital city of the Pharaonic ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 24 September, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases, USAID

American Theater Comes to Cairo via “Theater Mitu”

September 14, 2017 Cairo – In partnership with the Egyptian Ministry of Culture, the U.S. Embassy in Cairo is excited to bring New York based company Theater Mitu to the upcoming Cairo International Festival of Contemporary and Experimental Theatre (CifCet). Theater Mitu will be performing on the 27th and 28thof September at 8:00 PM at the El Hanager ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 14 September, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S., Egypt conduct joint CPX during Bright Star 2017

MOHAMED NAGUIB MILITARY BASE, EGYPT September 11, 2017 Story by Staff Sgt. Michael Battles U.S. Air Forces Central Command Public Affairs MOHAMED NAGUIB MILITARY BASE, Egypt – U.S. and Egyptian service members are conducting a joint command-post exercise as part of bilateral exercise Bright Star 2017, Sept. 10 – 20, at Mohamed Naguib Military Base, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 12 September, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Condemns Unconscionable Attack on Egyptian Police, First Responders in Sinai

Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo condemns in the strongest terms today’s attack in the Sinai that resulted in the reported deaths of at least 18 Egyptian policemen, including officers, as well as several ambulance workers, and expresses its deep sympathies for those killed and injured by this cowardly act of terrorism. The United States ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 September, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Bright Star 2017 Demonstrates U.S. – Egyptian Security Cooperation

September 5, 2017 Cairo –The U.S. Central Command and the Egyptian Armed Forces have officially announced that the Bright Star military exercise will take place September 10-20 at the Mohamed Naguib Military Base in Egypt. According to U.S. Embassy Cairo Chargé d’Affaires Thomas Goldberger, “This exercise, which was initially conducted in 1981, is a clear sign of ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 6 September, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Secretary Mattis Statement at the White House

Press Operations Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis Sept. 3, 2017 We had a small group national security meeting today with the President and the Vice President about the latest provocation on the Korean peninsula. We have many military options, and the President wanted to be briefed on each one of them. We made clear that ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 5 September, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Secretary Rex W. Tillerson on the occasion of Eid al-Adha

Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC August 31, 2017 As the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca and Medina comes to a close, I wish Muslims across the globe a meaningful and blessed Eid al-Adha. Eid al-Adha, also known as the ‘Festival of Sacrifice,’ is a special time when millions of Muslims ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 1 September, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Press Releases, Secretary Rex Tillerson | Tags: Rex Tillerson

Three Egyptian Music Ensembles Selected to Tour U.S. in Fall 2018

August 30, 2017 Cairo –The Center Stage music program, in partnership with the U.S. Department of State, has selected three contemporary music ensembles from Egypt for month-long tours in the U.S. between July and December 2018. Dina El Wedidi, Mohamed Abozekry & Karkadé, and Youssra El Hawary will bring their exceptional sounds to America and ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 30 August, 2017 | Topics: Culture, Press Releases

Fourth Anniversary of the Chemical Weapons Attack at Ghouta, Syria

Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC August 21, 2017 Four years ago today, the Syrian regime launched a horrific chemical attack with the nerve agent sarin on the opposition-controlled suburb of Ghouta in Damascus – leaving more than 1,400 Syrians dead, many of them children. On this solemn anniversary, the international community remembers ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 22 August, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S., Ministry of Education honor STEM high school graduates

August 21, 2017 Cairo –The U.S. government, working in cooperation with the Egyptian Ministry of Education, answered President Sisi’s recent call for a greater focus on science and technology education with a graduation ceremony on Sunday, August 20 for students from the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) high schools in Maadi and 6th October ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 21 August, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative Graduates 52 Women MBAs

July 19, 2017 Cairo – In a ceremony held July 18, senior U.S. Embassy and Government of Egypt officials welcomed back to Egypt 52 outstanding women scholars who recently completed Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs at premier universities in the United States. Selected from throughout Egypt, the women received scholarships for the two-year MBA program ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 19 July, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

General Garrett, U.S. “ARCENT” Commander, Returns to Egypt

July 17, 2017 Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo welcomed Lieutenant General Michael X. Garrett back to Egypt July 15-17, 2017. Lt. Gen. Garrett has visited Egypt as Commanding General of United States Army Central numerous times over the last two years. During the visit, Lt. Gen. Garrett met with senior Egyptian military officials to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 17 July, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Statement By Secretary Tillerson: Liberation of Mosul

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY TILLERSON July 10, 2017 Liberation of Mosul On behalf of President Trump and the American people, I congratulate Prime Minister Abadi and the Iraqi people on their liberation of Mosul. This is a critical milestone in the global fight against ISIS, and underscores the success ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 July, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Terrorist Attack in the Sinai

The United States strongly condemns today’s attacks in the Sinai that resulted in the deaths of at least twenty-three Egyptian soldiers. We express our condolences to the families of the victims and wish a speedy recovery to the injured. We continue to stand with Egypt as it confronts terrorism. Department of State Press Releases

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 8 July, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Ambassador to Egypt Completes His Tour, Departs Cairo

Cairo – Ambassador R. Stephen Beecroft completed his three-year assignment as U.S. Ambassador to the Arab Republic of Egypt on June 30 and has departed the country. Deputy Chief of Mission Thomas H. Goldberger has assumed the duties of Chargé d’Affaires to the U.S. Mission in Egypt. Mr. Goldberger is a career diplomat and member ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 2 July, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Statement by President Donald J. Trump on the Attack in Egypt

The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release May 26, 2017 Terrorists are engaged in a war against civilization, and it is up to all who value life to confront and defeat this evil. This merciless slaughter of Christians in Egypt tears at our hearts and grieves our souls. Wherever innocent blood ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 27 May, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

Embassy condemns attack in Minya

May 26, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Cairo condemns the depraved, horrific terrorist attack today against innocent civilians in Minya. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims of this heinous, reprehensible assault. We express our deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims, and we wish the injured a speedy recovery. ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 May, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. and Egypt Celebrate 70th Anniversary of Fulbright Program

May 22, 2017 Cairo – Expanding educational exchange between Egypt and the United States was the focus of a May 21 event hosted by the Binational Fulbright Commission in Egypt (BFCE) to mark the 70th anniversary of the prestigious Fulbright scholarship program. The U.S.-funded program began worldwide in 1947 under the initiative of the late ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 22 May, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. National Guard Chief Promotes Partnership with Egypt

May 18, 2016 CAIRO – General Joseph L. Lengyel, Chief of the United States National Guard, visited Cairo May 16-17 and met with senior Egyptian officials to discuss the importance of the U.S.-Egypt defense relationship and to explore means of strengthening the partnership between the two countries. General Lengyel expressed his gratitude for the ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 18 May, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Promoting U.S.-Egypt Collaboration in Science and Technology

April 24, 2017 CAIRO – Meeting in Cairo April 23-24, the Board of Directors of the U.S.-Egypt Science and Technology Joint Fund continued a long tradition of U.S.-Egypt cooperation on high-impact research between Egyptian and American scientists by approving 15 joint projects in the fields of agriculture, energy, health, and water. The board also agreed ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 24 April, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Embassy Condemnation for Palm Sunday Attack in Alexandria

April 9, 2017 CAIRO –The U.S. Embassy expresses its absolute condemnation of the terrorist attack against St. Mark’s Cathedral in Alexandria. We condemn this hateful act targeting worshippers as they celebrated one of the most sacred days in Christianity. We grieve with all Egyptians as we express our most heartfelt condolences to the victims and ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 9 April, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Embassy Condemns Attack on Church in Tanta

April 9, 2017 CAIRO – The U.S. Embassy condemns the heinous, reprehensible terrorist attack against peaceful worshippers at Saint George’s Church in Tanta on one of the holiest days of the Christian year. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims of this horrific attack. We express our deepest condolences to the families and ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 9 April, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S.-Egypt Maker Faire Attracts Thousands to Smart Village

April 9, 2017 Cairo – An estimated 10,000 people attended the third annual Cairo Maker Faire, which took place Saturday, April 8 at Smart Village, Egypt’s foremost technology and business park. Sponsored by the U.S. Embassy and hosted by FabLab Egypt, the Faire celebrates innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurial individuals who use technology to make useful ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 9 April, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Trade Mission Seeks to Expand Agribusiness Cooperation

April 2, 2017 Cairo – A trade mission led by the Foreign Agricultural Service Deputy Administrator Mark Slupek arrived in Cairo on April 2. Over 40 U.S. business representatives plan to meet with senior Egyptian government and private sector officials to discuss ways to expand agricultural trade between the United States and Egypt. Coordinated by ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 2 April, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Access English Scholarships Awarded to 640 Egyptian Students

March 16, 2017 ASWAN – On Thursday, March 16, Adnan Siddiqi, the Minister-Counselor for Public Affairs, visited Aswan to welcome many of the 640 public high school students who are joining the Access Program, the Embassy’s flagship English-language teaching program for young Egyptians. Through the program, students from Upper Egypt will have the opportunity to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 16 March, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Promoting Collaboration in Port Said

March 12, 2017 CAIRO – U.S. Ambassador Stephen Beecroft visited Port Said on March 10, 2017, to meet with Egyptian shipping company representatives regarding recurrent transits of the canal by U.S. vessels. Ambassador Beecroft also visited a U.S. vessel and met senior Suez Canal security officials. “The Suez Canal is a vital waterway that is ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 12 March, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Consulate General Alexandria Celebrates New Offices, Strong Engagement

March 12, 2017 ALEXANDRIA – In celebration of its new office space at the Helnan Palestine Hotel, the U.S. Consulate General in Alexandria hosted an “Opening Day” reception on March 11. Consulate Alexandria and Embassy Cairo staff described the many ways the U.S. Mission works with Egyptians throughout the country. Approximately 600 guests attended the ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 12 March, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Honoring Egyptian Women’s Voices on International Women’s Day

March 8, 2017 CAIRO – On the occasion of March 8, International Women’s Day, the U.S. Embassy in Cairo convened a symposium to celebrate the publication of the book Daughters of the Nile. Compiled by Professor Samia Spencer of Auburn University, Daughters of the Nile features the stories of 38 Egyptian women whose bold visions ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 8 March, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Luxor Wastewater Plant Expansion Promotes Health, Livelihood

March 6, 2017 Luxor – U.S. Ambassador Stephen Beecroft and Luxor Governor Mohamed Badr participated in a groundbreaking ceremony on March 6 for the expansion of Luxor’s wastewater treatment plant. When complete, the expansion will nearly double the capacity of the system to provide wastewater treatment to residents of Luxor and El Bayadeya. “Effective treatment of wastewater is ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 6 March, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

President Donald J. Trump Proclaims March 2017 as Women’s History Month

The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release March 01, 2017 BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION We are proud of our Nation’s achievements in promoting women’s full participation in all aspects of American life and are resolute in our commitment to supporting women’s continued advancement in ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 5 March, 2017 | Topics: President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump

Thousands Attend U.S.-Supported Employment Fair in Cairo

February 26, 2017 Cairo – On Saturday, February 25, the U.S. Embassy partnered with Job Nile to support Egypt’s largest employment fair. The event featured 72 local and international companies offering more than 5,000 jobs, as well as thousands of training opportunities to qualified Egyptians. Attracting over 11,000 job seekers with résumés and applications in ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 February, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

CENTCOM Commander Visit Promotes Regional Security, Stability

February 26, 2017 CAIRO – General Joseph L. Votel, Commander, United States Central Command (CENTCOM), arrived in Cairo for meetings with Egyptian senior leaders to discuss shared interests in regional security. General Votel plans to meet with President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, Minister of Defense Sedky Sobhy, and other senior officials to explore ways to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 February, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S., Intel honor Egyptian Science Fair Awardees

February 23, 2017 Cairo – Several students were recognized for excellence today during the award ceremony for the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair in Cairo. The award ceremony caps off a three-day event sponsored by Intel and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in conjunction with Bibliotheca Alexandrina, the Ministry of Education, and ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 23 February, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Jazz Violinist Chelsey Green to Perform in Egypt Next Week

February 22, 2017 Cairo – The U.S. Embassy welcomes American violinist Chelsey Green and the Green Project, as the popular jazz band visits Egypt next week for the first time. Their historic concert tour, titled “Hakawatya,” will feature performances at the Citadel in Cairo on February 28 and at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina in Alexandria on ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 22 February, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S., Egypt Host Entrepreneurship Summit in Sohag

February 16, 2017 Sohag – Hundreds of Egyptian entrepreneurs gathered yesterday in Sohag to participate in a summit hosted by Markade LLC, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Ministry of Trade and Industry. Through workshops, panel discussions, and success stories from the local community, the event raised awareness on the need for ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 17 February, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Congressional Delegation Seeks Stronger Ties with Egypt

Cairo – A bipartisan delegation of Members of Congress from the U.S. House of Representatives arrived Friday on a visit to strengthen ties between the American and Egyptian peoples. Headed by Representative Dana Rohrabacher of California, senior member of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, the delegation held productive meetings with President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 12 February, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Expert Shares Best Practices in Plant Preservation

February 9, 2017 Cairo – Dr. Gayle Volk, Senior Researcher at the United States Department of Agriculture National Center for Genetic Resources Preservation is visiting Egypt this week to consult with scientists and researchers at the National Gene Bank of Egypt. Together, they will identify best practices to preserve plant species that are indigenous to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 9 February, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Promoting Youth Employment: U.S. and Egypt Host Conference in Alexandria

February 7, 2017 Alexandria – Joining officials from the Ministry of Education and Technical Education (MoETE), the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is supporting a conference today that will bring leaders of Egyptian business and technical schools into dialogue with private sector employees to discuss how best to prepare graduating students for the workplace. ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 8 February, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

Important Announcement: Executive Order on Visas

FEBRUARY 4, 2017 An order issued by a U.S. District court in the state of Washington on February 3 bars the U.S. government from enforcing certain provisions of Executive Order 13769, “Protecting the Nation from Terrorist Attacks by Foreign Nationals,” including those related to visas and travel for nationals of Syria, Iraq, Iran, Libya, Somalia, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 6 February, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Condemns Terror Attack in Al-Arish

January 9, 2017 CAIRO – The U.S. Embassy condemns the attack in Al-Arish today that killed several Egyptian police officers and wounded many others, including civilians. These officers gave their lives in the line of duty helping protect their fellow citizens. We express our deepest condolences to the families and friends of the deceased and ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 9 January, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases

John Kirby on the Attack at St Mark’s Cathedral in Cairo

Press Setatement John Kirby Assistant Secretary and Department Spokesperson, Bureau of Public Affairs Washington, DC December 11, 2016 The United States condemns in the strongest possible terms the terrorist attack today on Christian worshippers outside St Mark’s Cathedral in Cairo that has killed more than 25 people and injured dozens more. Secretary Kerry spoke this ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 12 December, 2016 | Topics: News, Press Releases

The U.S. Embassy mourns those killed in the attack today

The U.S. Embassy mourns those killed in the attack today on the Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in Cairo. We strongly condemn this hateful act of violence, which targeted Egypt’s Christian community. We stand with Egypt in opposing all acts of terrorism as we support a stable, secure, prosperous future for all Egyptians.

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 11 December, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

The U.S. Embassy condemns the attack today in Cairo

The U.S. Embassy condemns in the strongest possible terms the attack today in Cairo that killed several police officers. These officers gave their lives helping keep the city safe for their fellow citizens, visitors, and all who live here. We grieve with their families and friends, and we extend our wishes for a speedy recovery ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 9 December, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

“Implementation Science” Bolsters Egyptian Health Care

December 4, 2016 Cairo – Medical researchers from the Middle East and North Africa region are meeting in Cairo on December 5-7 to study “Implementation Science,” which is a field that brings evidence from biomedical and healthcare research into public health practice and policy. Their goal is to improve public health by bridging the gap ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 4 December, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Humanitarian Assistance for Flood Response

November 6, 2016 | Cairo The United States Embassy in Egypt announced today that is it providing $50,000 to the Egyptian Red Crescent to help the people affected by recent flooding in Egypt. The humanitarian assistance funding announced today will allow the Red Crescent to provide critical supplies for families in need. In addition to ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 7 November, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

240 Egyptian Youth Gain Access to English and New Opportunities

November 3, 2016 CAIRO – Completing a two-year program of English language study, 240 young Egyptians from throughout the country graduated today from the English Access Partnership Program. The EAPP provided these students two years of high-quality English language training and the opportunity to participate in extracurricular language learning activities. U.S. Ambassador Stephen Beecroft ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 6 November, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Consulate General Alexandria Opens Its Doors

ALEXANDRIA – The U.S. Consulate General in Alexandria officially reopened its doors on November 1, 2016. “We have been looking forward to this day for several years,” Consul General Stephen Fakan said, “and we are delighted to now have a purpose built space to support and expand our engagement in Alexandria and the surrounding area. ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 2 November, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Aspiring Women Entrepreneurs Learn to Build Businesses

October 27, 2016 Alexandria – “Women have the potential to have a tremendous impact on Egypt’s economic development,” said United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Mission Director Rebecca Latorraca as she opened in Alexandria today the first “Startup Weekend for Women.” “This event is the first of its kind in Egypt,” Latorraca said, ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 27 October, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Senior Advisor Leads Delegation to Promote U.S.-Egypt Economic Ties

CAIRO – Leading a major business delegation consisting of representatives of more than 50 U.S. companies, Ambassador David Thorne, Senior Advisor to Secretary of State John Kerry, arrived in Cairo today to further strengthen economic relations between the United States and Egypt. Jointly organized by the U.S. and Egyptian American Chambers of Commerce and Business ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 October, 2016 | Topics: News, Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Condemns Assassination of Brigadier General Adel Ragaai

Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo condemns the brutal murder of Brigadier General Adel Ragaai. We express our deepest condolences to the families of Brigadier Ragaai and the other victims of this murderous act. The United States stands firm with Egypt in combatting terrorism. ###

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 26 October, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Congressional Delegation Tours Cairo

Cairo – Members of the United States House of Representatives Michael Conaway (R-TX), Ralph Abraham (R-LA), and Gwen Graham (D-FL) visited Egypt October 16-18, 2016, meeting with senior Government of Egypt officials and touring projects supported by the U.S. Agency for International Development. The delegation met with Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shoukry and Minister ...

By U.S. Mission Egypt | 20 October, 2016 | Topics: Political Affairs, Press Releases

U.S. Army Central Command Return Visit to Egypt

CAIRO – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo was pleased to welcome Lieutenant General Michael X. Garrett back to Egypt. This is Lt. Gen. Garrett’s second visit to Egypt as Commanding General of United States Army Central. During his August 9-10 visit, Lt. Gen. Garrett met with senior Egyptian military officials to discuss the long-standing partnership ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 11 August, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: Lt. Gen. Garrett, video

Pre-Employment Workshops

Human Resources Officer David Reiter facilitated an Interviewing Skills Workshop on July 19. More than 100 Egyptians attended. Reiter briefed participants on common questions and scenarios during a job interview.

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 11 August, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

In Fond Remembrance of Egyptian-American Scientist Ahmed Zewail

CAIRO – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo joins Egyptians, Americans, and friends around the world in mourning the passing of Ahmed Zewail leading contributor to the world of science. In addition to winning the Nobel Prize for his path breaking contributions to the field of Chemistry in 1999, we fondly remember Dr. Zewail as a ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 10 August, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Presidential Envoy to Counter ISIL to Discuss Counterterrorism Cooperation with Foreign Minister Shoukry

Cairo – Today, Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition to Counter ISIL Brett McGurk visited Cairo for meetings with senior Egyptian officials to discuss cooperation in the fight against ISIL. Special Envoy McGurk met with Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry and Assistant Defense Minister Mohamed El Keshky. In his meetings, Special Envoy McGurk discussed the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 21 June, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S.-Egypt Engagement in Advance of Global Entrepreneurship Summit

CAIRO – The United States Embassy is hosting Ziad Haider, the Department of State’s Special Representative for Commercial and Business Affairs, from May 31- June 1 to promote the 7th annual Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES), which will take place June 22-24 in Silicon Valley, California. Special Representative Haider will meet in Cairo with senior Egyptian ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 31 May, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Excerpts from remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Tom Goldberger at the 2016 Independence Day celebration

U.S. Embassy Cairo Good evening everyone. My name is Tom Goldberger, I am the Deputy Chief of Mission, and currently the Charge d’Affaires. On behalf of our entire Embassy community, welcome to this celebration of the 240th anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America. All of us are deeply saddened by the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 25 May, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

More U.S. Support in Search for EgyptAir MS804

Cairo – Today, the U.S. Navy continued search operations for EgyptAir MS804 in coordination with the Egyptian Joint Rescue Coordination Center. Since May 19, the U.S. Navy has conducted search operations for MS804 with flight missions by the U.S. Navy’s P-3 Orion aircraft, which specialize in maritime surveillance. The P-3 Orion missions have flown from ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 22 May, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Secretary Kerry’s Meeting with President al-Sisi

Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC May 18, 2016 The following is attributable to Deputy Spokesperson Mark Toner: Secretary Kerry met today in Cairo with Egyptian president al-Sisi, where they discussed a range of bilateral and regional issues, including recent developments in Libya and Syria. The Secretary expressed his appreciation for the president’s recent ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 18 May, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Egypt and U.S. inaugurate two restoration projects at ancient sites in Edfu and Luxor

Cairo – U.S. Ambassador Stephen Beecroft and Minister of Antiquities Dr. Khaled El-Anany today inaugurated the recently-conserved Theban Tomb 110 in Luxor and a new groundwater lowering system at Edfu Temple. The inaugurations mark the completion of projects to preserve and restore two important monuments from Egypt’s antiquity. “These sites are integral to Egypt’s cultural heritage ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 13 May, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Delivers Armored MRAP Vehicles to Egyptian Military

Cairo – Today, the first shipment of MRAP (Mine Resistant Ambush Protected) vehicles from the United States arrived in the port of Alexandria for delivery to the Egyptian military. The heavily armored MRAP vehicles are specifically designed to protect soldiers from blasts from Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), landmines, and from other types of attacks. Today’s ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 12 May, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Condemns Helwan Attack

Cairo – The U.S. Embassy strongly condemns the terrorist attack in Helwan that killed several courageous members of the Egyptian police services, and we offer our sympathies to the families and friends of the victims. The U.S. continues to stand with the Egyptian government and people in confronting terrorism.

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 8 May, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Congressional Delegation Visits Egypt

CAIRO – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is pleased to welcome Congressman Michael McCaul and accompanying delegation to Egypt. A member of the United States House of Representatives, Congressman McCaul is the Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security, which has oversight of the Department of Homeland Security ensuring it is able to carry ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 2 May, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Senior-most U.S. Military Official Discusses Regional Security with President Sisi

Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is pleased to host Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., who is in Egypt for meetings with senior Egyptian officials. General Dunford met today with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi, Minister of Defense General Sedky Sobhy, and Chief of Staff of the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 23 April, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Senior-most U.S. Military Official Discusses Regional Security with President Sisi

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 23 April, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

United States Supports Aspiring Entrepreneurs at Startup Weekend Competition

Cairo – Hundreds of aspiring Egyptian entrepreneurs participated in a competition this weekend designed to educate and motivate new entrants to the business sector. The StartUp Weekend event, co-sponsored by the U.S. government and the British University of Egypt (BUE), enables Egypt’s tremendous cadre of innovative, educated, business-minded young adults seeking to strengthen Egypt’s economy. “The ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 17 April, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Newly-Confirmed U.S. CENTCOM Commander Meets President Sisi

Cairo – General Joseph L. Votel, Commander of the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), met today with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, Minister of Defense Sedky Sobhy, and Ministry of Defense Chief of Staff Mahmoud Hegazy. It was General Votel’s first visit to Egypt as the CENTCOM Commander. General Votel assumed command of CENTCOM on March ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 16 April, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Special Advisor for Children’s Issues in Cairo

CAIRO – The United States Department of State’s Special Advisor for Children’s Issues, Ambassador Susan S. Jacobs, met with Egyptian officials in Cairo to discuss issues such as the status of children wrongfully removed from their homes and taken across an international border by a parent or guardian. At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 10 April, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Speaker of the House Visits Egypt

CAIRO – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is pleased to welcome to Egypt the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, Paul Ryan, who is leading a delegation from the U.S. Congress for meetings with Egyptian officials on April 7. Speaker Ryan and the delegation plan to meet with President Sisi to discuss shared ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 7 April, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Business Group Visits Egypt to Discuss Economic Competitiveness

CAIRO – Representatives of nearly 50 American firms met with Egyptian government officials and private sector leaders on March 29 to discuss Egypt’s global economic competitiveness and to explore opportunities for expanding their operations in Egypt. The first ever Egyptian Competitiveness Forum was organized by the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) with support from ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 29 March, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Egypt’s Second Annual Maker Faire Kicks off Saturday

Cairo – On Saturday March 26, The GREEK Campus in downtown Cairo will be the site of the second annual Maker Faire, a festival that brings together thousands of enthusiasts of the international movement of “Makers,” individuals or groups who use new technology to make useful items from unused or discarded material. Sponsored by the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 25 March, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S., Egyptian, and UAE Military Leaders Observe “Eagle Salute”

Cairo – Military leaders from the United States, Egypt, and United Arab Emirates (UAE) visited the U.S. Navy ship USS Bulkeley yesterday to observe the trilateral “Eagle Salute” naval exercises. Held in the Red Sea, Eagle Salute began on March 14 and conclude on March 24. This year’s Eagle Salute exercises include search and rescue, ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 24 March, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

United States Embassy Strongly Condemns Terrorist Attacks in North Sinai

CAIRO – The United States Embassy strongly condemns the heinous terrorist attacks that took place this weekend in El-Arish and Rafah that killed at least 18 soldiers and police officers and wounded many others. We convey our deepest condolences to the families of the victims, and we wish those wounded a speedy recovery. The United ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 20 March, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

New Project to Strengthen Technical and Vocational Education

Cairo – The U.S. Embassy in Cairo is helping upgrade technical and vocational education and training under a three-year project in partnership with the Government of Egypt and the private sector to promote job opportunities and sustainable economic development. Egyptian officials and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) launched the new joint program, called Workforce Improvement and ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 12 March, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. EXIM Bank Chairman Visits Cairo

Cairo – Chairman and President of the Export-Import Bank of United States, Fred P. Hochberg, is visiting Cairo today and tomorrow to meet with government officials and private sector leaders to explore opportunities for trade and investment in Egypt. “We are pleased to again be able to support long-term business in Egypt,” said Hochberg prior ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 28 February, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Thousands Attend Job Fair, Learn about New Career Opportunities

Cairo – Thousands of young men and women engaged with Egyptian and international companies at a job fair held today in downtown Cairo. Held at the Greek Campus and organized with support from the U.S. Embassy, the job fair helped match job-seekers with companies looking to fill over 4,000 job vacancies. Over sixty Egyptian, U.S. ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 27 February, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Access English Scholarships awarded to 684 Egyptian Students

Cairo –In a ceremony held on February 25, U.S. Ambassador to Egypt Stephen Beecroft awarded scholarship certificates to the newest group of Access English students. The scholarships provide two years of high-quality English language classes and extracurricular activities to Egyptian youth throughout the country. Since 2006, over 2600 Egyptian high school students have graduated from ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 25 February, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Ministry of Antiquities, U.S. Embassy, and ARCE Celebrate Partnership to Preserve Egypt’s Cultural Heritage

Cairo – U.S. Ambassador Stephen Beecroft today hosted a multimedia exhibition celebrating the U.S. government’s partnership with the American Research Center in Egypt (ARCE). This exhibit featured photos and film footage highlighting antiquities preservation supported by the U.S. government in partnership with the Ministry of Antiquities and implemented by ARCE. “This exhibition focuses on the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 23 February, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Senior-most U.S. Military Official Expresses Support for Shared Fight on Terror

Cairo – The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Joseph F. Dunford, Jr., met with senior Egyptian military leaders in Cairo on Saturday, February 20th. General Dunford visited Egypt to strengthen the security partnership between Egypt and the United States. In meetings with Minister of Defense General Sedky Sobhy and Chief of Staff ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 20 February, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

Senior U.S. Advisor Promotes Economic Partnership, Tourism

Cairo – Ambassador David Thorne the Senior Advisor to Secretary of State John Kerry, is in Egypt to meet senior Egyptian officials, business executives, and representatives of U.S. businesses operating in Egypt. Ambassador Thorne will underscore U.S. partnership and support of Egypt’s economic development. “Egypt and the United States have a long history of cooperation,” ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 9 February, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. official to discuss countering extremism, human rights issues with Egyptian leaders

Cairo – “The United States has long enjoyed a broad partnership with Egypt,” said Sarah Sewall, Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights at the start of her first visit to Cairo, “and I look forward to learning more about the challenges facing Egypt and the progress the country has made in ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 7 February, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. official to discuss countering extremism, human rights issues with Egyptian leaders

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 7 February, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Trade Delegation Explores Business and Investment Opportunities in Agricultural and Energy Sectors

Cairo – A trade delegation from the state of North Dakota is visiting Cairo for the first time for two days of meetings with prospective business partners and government officials. The delegation will explore possible expansion of U.S. trade and investment opportunities with Egypt in certain fields. Two American agricultural companies, Healthy Oilseeds and JM ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 21 January, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Envoy for Global Women’s Issues Meets with Women Leaders in Cairo

Cairo – “Egypt is making progress on issues like education, women’s participation in politics, and entrepreneurship,” said the U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women’s Issues, Catherine Russell. Ambassador Russell is in Cairo for two days to meet with and hear from a diverse group of Egyptian women in business, government, and civil society. “I’m looking forward ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 21 January, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. and Egypt Sign 5-Year University Partnership Program

CAIRO – Egyptian and U.S. officials launched today the $57 million Higher Education Program (HEPP), a key component of the flagship $250 million Higher Education Initiative (HEI) that the two countries announced in April 2015. The U.S. government-funded program will award up to 15 partnership grants, each for three years, with at least half of the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 15 December, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Egypt and the United States Fight ISIL Financing

Cairo – Meeting with senior officials in Cairo today, Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Daniel Glaser discussed advancing Egyptian and U.S. collaboration to disrupt ISIL’s financial networks and its sources of funding. Glaser discussed joint strategies for limiting ISIL’s access to the international financial system and how Egypt and the United States can best coordinate to ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 13 December, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Condemns Terrorist Attack in Al Arish

Cairo – The United States Embassy in Cairo condemns in the strongest possible terms the November 24 terrorist attack in Al Arish. We send our heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of the innocent victims and wish the injured a complete and rapid recovery. In targeting a hotel where elections officials were staying as the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 25 November, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Envoy on Religious Freedom to Raise Tolerance Issues in the Region

Cairo – Ambassador David Saperstein, the Department of State’s U.S. Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom, arrived in Egypt yesterday to meet with Egyptian government officials, as well as religious and civil society leaders, to discuss advancing religious tolerance and inter-faith dialogue in the region. “Religious tolerance and freedom are fundamental values that both the United States ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 18 November, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

“American Corner” at Maadi Public Library Marks Global Entrepreneurship Week

Cairo – Today, U.S. Ambassador Stephen Beecroft celebrated Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) and the achievements of recent, successful Egyptian entrepreneurs, noting: “New businesses are one of the strongest engines of job creation and economic growth — that is why entrepreneurship is so important. Today is the start of Global Entrepreneurship Week, a week in which ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 15 November, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Secretary of the Navy Meets with Minister of Defense During Two-day Visit to Egypt

CAIRO – Following a November 9 meeting in Cairo with Minister of Defense Lt. General Sedky Sobhi and Chief of the Navy, Rear Admiral Osama Rabie, U.S. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus stated, “The United States Navy and I value our strong partnership with Egypt, and I hope to see our cooperation increase the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 9 November, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Contributes $45 million Towards New Entrepreneurship and Employment Programs

CAIRO – The U.S. Embassy announced an investment of $45 million in two new programs that will promote small businesses in Egypt and train students to help them successfully compete for jobs. Provided through the Agency for International Development (USAID) in partnership with the Ministry of International Cooperation, the new programs seek to fulfill the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 29 October, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

United States Delivers Four F-16 Fighter Jets to Egyptian Armed Forces

Cairo – On October 29, Ambassador Stephen Beecroft and Senior Defense Official Major General Charles Hooper joined Air Marshal Younes al-Masri and other senior Egyptian military officials in a ceremony at the Cairo West Air Force Base to receive four F-16 “Fighting Falcon” fighter jets delivered by the United States to the Egyptian Air Force. ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 29 October, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. and Egypt Help Preserve Ancient Site in Karanis

Cairo – At an October 26 ceremony and reception at the Ministry of Antiquities, Ambassador Stephen Beecroft joined Minister Mamdouh Eldamaty in announcing the opening of the Kiman Faris Open Air Museum. The museum, which is about to open in Karanis, is supported by the United States and Egyptian governments in partnership with the Cairo-based ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 27 October, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Egypt and U.S. Resume Co-Production of M1A1 Abrams Tanks

Cairo – On October 25, Egypt and the United States celebrated the resumption of co-production of M1A1 Abrams Tanks at a ceremony held at the Egyptian Tank Plant outside of Cairo. The manufacturing of M1A1s in Egypt is a key part of ongoing U.S. support for Egypt’s crucial role as a factor of security and ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 25 October, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Egyptians and Americans partner to raise awareness on breast cancer

Cairo – Young Egyptian recipients of the “Leadership for Education and Development” (LEAD) scholarship partnered with the U.S. Embassy this week to organize a conference focusing on breast cancer, which is a leading cause of death among women in Egypt and around the world. The conference in Cairo emphasized the importance of early detection, and ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 15 October, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

United States and Egypt Inaugurate Wastewater Treatment Facilities in Assiut

The U.S. Embassy, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and in cooperation with the Assiut Potable Water and Sanitation Company and the Egyptian Holding Company for Water and Wastewater Treatment, inaugurated three wastewater treatment systems in Abou Teeg District today. The new systems provide reliable sanitation services for 41,000 residents. “Since 2009, USAID’s ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 4 October, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S.-Egypt Workshop in Hurghada Addresses Food Security and Hazardous Material Issues

Partnering with Egyptian agricultural and biological experts, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and the U.S. Department of Justice, the U.S. Embassy organized a three-day workshop in Hurghada on “Laboratory Management of Biological Risk.” Held September 29-October 1, the workshop facilitated dialogue among Egyptian and U.S. laboratory specialists and helped raise awareness of the security ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 1 October, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Renowned American pianist Kevin Kenner plays Beethoven at the Cairo Opera House

Cairo – World-famous, American classical pianist Kevin Kenner performed Beethoven’s Third Piano Concerto on the evening of Saturday, September 19 at the Cairo Opera House, before an audience of more than 800. Maestro Ahmed El Saedi, in partnership with the Cultural Affairs Office of the U.S. Embassy in Cairo, invited Kenner to participate in the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 20 September, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

480 Students Graduate from U.S. Embassy-sponsored English Language Program

CAIRO – On Thursday, September 17, U.S. Ambassador Stephen Beecroft presented graduation certificates to 480 young Egyptians from all over the country as they completed the English Access Microscholarship Program. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, the Access Program gives students two years of high-quality English language training and the opportunity to participate in ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 17 September, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Invites U.S. experts to lead workshop on Solar Power Standards

Cairo – The U.S. Embassy partnered with the Egyptian Organization for Standardization and Quality to launch a workshop on global standards and best practices for the solar power industry. Held at the Semiramis Hotel, the one-day workshop with business and government leaders focused on solar power generation safety and performance standards to help strengthen sustainable ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 4 September, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Helps Preserve base of Sphinx by Lowering Groundwater

Giza – During a visit to the Sphinx and the Pyramids, U.S. Ambassador Stephen Beecroft affirmed U.S. support for preserving Egypt’s antiquities and for increasing tourism. Joined by representatives from the Ministry of Antiquities, Ambassador Beecroft saw first-hand the positive impact of U.S. support for Egyptian efforts to preserve the iconic Sphinx and surrounding antiquities ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 3 September, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Commander of U.S. Air Forces Central Command Visits Egypt

Cairo- Lieutenant General Charles Q. Brown, Jr., Commander, U.S. Air Forces Central Command, visited Egypt August 31-September 1, marking his first visit to the country since assuming leadership of U.S. Air Forces Central Command in June 2015. Lieutenant General Brown met in Cairo with the Commander of the Egyptian Air Force, Air Marshal Younnes Al-Sayed ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 2 September, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Twenty Year Science and Technology Agreement between United States and Egypt Renewed

Reaffirming the importance of close bilateral cooperation in joint science and technology research, U.S. Ambassador Stephen Beecroft and Assistant Foreign Minister Farid Mounib signed today a five year extension to the 1995 U.S.-Egypt Science and Technology Agreement which was about to expire this week after twenty years of successful implementation. The U.S.-Egypt Science and Technology ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 31 August, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

United States Delivers M1A1 Abrams Tank Turrets to Egypt

Cairo –The United States delivered five M1A1 Abrams Tank turrets to Cairo East Air Base on July 31 as part of ongoing American security support to Egypt. Built in the State of Ohio, the turrets were flown in directly from the United States and immediately delivered to the Egyptian Tank Plant for US-Egyptian M1A1 tank ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 4 August, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Secretary Kerry at the U.S.-Egypt Strategic Dialogue

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release REMARKS Secretary of State John Kerry at the U.S.-Egypt Strategic Dialogue Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs August 2, 2015 Cairo, Egypt SECRETARY KERRY: Well, thank you, Sameh. Good morning, everybody. I can say for myself I am really delighted to be back here in ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 2 August, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases | Tags: John Kerry

United States Delivers Eight Advanced F-16 Aircraft to Egypt

Cairo – On July 30 and 31, the United States is delivering eight F-16 Block 52 aircraft to Cairo West Air Base as part of ongoing American support in Egypt and throughout the region. Built in Fort Worth, Texas, the eight fighter jets are being flown in directly from the United States, and will be ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 30 July, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

The United States recognizes Egypt eight advanced aircraft F-16

Cairo – would hand over the United States eight aircraft F-16 Block 52 to the air base west of Cairo on 30 and July 31, as part of continued US support for Egypt and for the region as a whole. And it will be launched fighter aircraft directly from Fort Rt- Texas base in the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 30 July, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

74 Women Scholars to Depart for the United States under U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative

Cairo – Seventy-four outstanding young women from all parts of Egypt were honored on Tuesday, July 28 in Cairo as the first group of MBA and science degree students to depart very soon for the United States under the U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative (HEI) launched in April of this year. The HEI program is a ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 30 July, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

President Obama on Iran

THE PRESIDENT: Today, after two years of negotiations, the United States, together with our international partners, has achieved something that decades of animosity has not — a comprehensive, long-term deal with Iran that will prevent it from obtaining a nuclear weapon. This deal demonstrates that American diplomacy can bring about real and meaningful change — ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 14 July, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases | Tags: Barack Obama

U.S. Chief of Naval Operations Visits Egypt, Tours Fast Missile Craft

Cairo – U.S. Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Admiral Jonathan Greenert visited Alexandria July 11-13 to reaffirm the United States’ commitment to partnering with Egypt and to enhance regional security. He met with the Commander in Chief of Egyptian Naval Forces, Rear Admiral Ossama Monier Rabie, to discuss cooperation with the Egyptian Navy, security issues, ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 13 July, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Statement on the Downtown Cairo Attack

Cairo – The US Embassy in Cairo strongly condemns the bomb attack that took place this morning in downtown Cairo near the Italian Consulate. We extend our condolences to the family of the victim of this attack, and wish the injured a speedy recovery. We reiterate our steadfast support for Egypt in its fight against ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 11 July, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Condemns Today’s Terrorist Attacks

Cairo – The Embassy condemns today’s terrorist attacks in North Sinai and reaffirms its solidarity and support for the Egyptian military and people in the fight against terrorism.

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 1 July, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Condemns Today’s Terrorist Attack

Cairo – The U.S. Embassy condemns in the strongest terms the heinous terrorist attack that resulted in the death of Prosecutor General Hisham Barakat and injured several others. The Embassy extends its deepest condolences to Prosecutor General Barakat’s family and to all others affected by the attack. The United States steadfastly stands with Egypt in ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 29 June, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

United States Provides Fast Missile Craft to Egyptian Navy

Cairo – On June 17, the United States delivered two Fast Missile naval vessels to the port of Alexandria in support of Egypt’s security and the Egyptian people. The two Fast Missile Craft, built in Pascagoula, Mississippi, arrived in Alexandria on board a U.S. transport ship, and will be integrated into the Egyptian Naval fleet ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 22 June, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Embassy Condemns Terror Attacks

The U.S. Embassy strongly condemns the terrorist attack that took place on the Temple of Karnak in Luxor. We commend the police and the brave citizens who foiled the assault, and we extend our sympathies to those who sustained injuries. We also condemn the attack on the Multinational Force and Observers mission (MFO) base in ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 11 June, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Ambassador Beecroft’s Remarks at the U.S Embassy’s 2015 Independence Day Celebration

Cairo – On behalf of the entire Embassy community, thank you for joining us to celebrate the birthday of the United States. We are marking the anniversary of American Independence today rather than on July 4 for the convenience of our guests who will be fasting during Ramadan. 239 years ago, America’s founders signed the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 9 June, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Three New Cutting-Edge Secondary Schools Open in Alexandria, Dakahleya and Assiut

The U.S. Embassy and the Ministry of Education announced today the launch of three new Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) secondary schools in Alexandria, Dakahleya, and Assiut. The American people, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), partnered with the Government of Egypt to build and develop the country’s first two STEM high ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 31 May, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Healthcare Companies Bring Technology and Innovation to Egypt – Trade Mission Concludes Three-Day Visit

Cairo – A delegation of U.S. healthcare companies concluded three days of meetings in Cairo, where they met with dozens of potential Egyptian partners to bring state-of-the-art U.S. medical technology to Egypt. The six companies, led by the U.S. Department of Commerce, met with businesses, the Minister of Trade and Industry, and officials in the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 18 May, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Egypt’s Demographic and Health Survey Results Announced

Cairo – Today the Egyptian Ministry of Health released the results of the 2014 Demographic and Health Survey (DHS). The U.S. government through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), in partnership with the Ministry of Health, UNICEF, and the United Nations Population Fund, completed this survey to help improve the health and nutritional status ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 10 May, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Media Note – April 26, 2015

Today, April 26, 2015 at 4:00 pm (local time), the U.S. Embassy in Cairo, the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education and the Egyptian Ministry of International Cooperation will jointly announce the launch of the U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative (HEI), at the Tahrir Campus of the American University in Cairo. The Launch event will be live ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 26 April, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Egypt and the United States launch $ 250 million U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative

Cairo – In partnership with the Egyptian Ministries of International Cooperation and Higher Education, the U.S. Government launched the U.S.-Egypt Higher Education Initiative today to provide educational opportunities for high-achieving Egyptians to learn skills that will better meet the needs of the 21st century economy. Through this $250 million initiative, the U.S. Government will provide ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 26 April, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Ambassador Beecroft’s Remarks at the Launch of the Higher Education Initiative

Your excellencies Minister el-Ahwany, Minister Abdul Khalek; Master of Ceremonies Mr. El-Kerdany; Astronaut Dr. Mary Ellen Weber; distinguished members of the Egyptian government, the Egyptian and American university communities, and the media; friends, colleagues, partners – and above all, students: Thank you for participating in this special occasion and thank you for your warm welcome. ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 26 April, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

United States returns ancient artifacts to Egypt at National Geographic Society

WASHINGTON – The U.S. government’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) repatriated dozens of illegally smuggled ancient artifacts to the government of Egypt, including a Greco-Roman style Egyptian sarcophagus, at a ceremony yesterday at the National Geographic Society in Washington. The return of these ancient artifacts was made possible by “Operation Mummy’s Curse,” an ongoing five-year ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 23 April, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

United States Supports National Polio Immunization Campaign

Cairo – Today the Egyptian Ministry of Health launched the 2015 National Polio Immunization Campaign to provide the first of two phases of polio vaccinations to up to 14.8 million children under the age of five. The U.S. government through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is supporting the logistics and operations of the ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 19 April, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Students from Menoufia University Faculty of Law Win U.S.-supported National “Practice Court” Competition

Cairo– Students and professors from seven Egyptian University law faculties participated in a national “practice arbitration” competition that was conducted with the support of the American Bar Association (ABA) and the U.S. Embassy on April 3 and 4, 2015. Both the winning team and the runner-up team are from Menoufia University. Teams from Al Azhar ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 5 April, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Embassy in Cairo Strongly Condemns Terrorist Attacks Today

Cairo – The U.S. Embassy condemns today’s terrorist attacks in northern Sinai that killed and wounded numerous soldiers and civilians. The United States strongly supports Egypt as it combats terrorism in the Sinai and throughout the country and sends its deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims. Such attacks are unacceptable. As ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 2 April, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S.-supported “Exporters’ Souk” Connects Exporters with Service Providers

Cairo – Today, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) hosted a U.S. Embassy event to connect Egypt’s exporters with local service providers. Over 1,000 companies, including large firms and small and medium enterprises, attended this event to meet more than 60 export service providers and learn about current and emerging trade trends and export ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 30 March, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

United States and Egypt Inaugurate Esna Packhouse

Luxor, Egypt – On Monday, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), in cooperation with Egyptian grantee Blue Moon, LTD, a private, woman-owned Egyptian firm and local producer associations, inaugurated the first packhouse for smallholder farmers in Luxor Governorate. The packhouse provides modern processing and storage facilities to help smallholder farmers meet modern-day market demands ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 25 March, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S-Egypt Bilateral Project Discovers Two Ancient Tombs in Luxor

Luxor – A joint U.S.-Egypt team discovered two ancient Egyptian tombs this month in Luxor in close coordination with the Ministry of Antiquities. Implemented by the American Research Center in Egypt (ARCE), the team is providing hands-on training in conservation and archaeological fieldwork to increase the potential of cultural tourism in Egypt. The two 18th ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 12 March, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Embassy-Sponsored Job Fair Attracts Thousands

Cairo-An estimated 10,000 young men and women attended a day-long Job Fair sponsored by the U.S. Embassy at the Greek Campus in downtown Cairo on February 28. The fair offered attendees an opportunity to apply and compete for over 4,000 job vacancies with Egyptian, U.S., and multinational companies. It also addressed the interest of university ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 2 March, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

U.S. Ambassador Awards over 350 Scholarships for English Language Learning

CAIRO – On Thursday, February 26, in the American University in Cairo’s Ewart Hall, U.S. Ambassador to Egypt Stephen Beecroft awarded scholarships to 352 young Egyptians from all over the country. These Access scholarships from the U.S. Department of State provide two years of high-quality English language classes and extracurricular activities. Additionally, a trip to ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 26 February, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Summary of White House Fact Sheet on CVE Summit

Key messages: This week, the White House is convening a three-day summit on Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) to bring together local, federal, and international leaders – including President Obama and foreign ministers – to discuss concrete steps the United States and its partners can take to develop community-oriented approaches to counter hateful extremist ideologies that ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 18 February, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Secretary Kerry Hosts Plenary Meeting of the Global Coalition to Counter ISIL

This morning, Secretary of State John Kerry welcomed to the State Department senior diplomatic representatives from nearly 60 nations, including more than 35 Washington-based ambassadors, from partner countries in the global coalition to counter ISIL. This plenary session was an opportunity for coalition partners to reaffirm our shared resolve to address this common threat and ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 3 February, 2015 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Press Releases | Tags: John Kerry

U.S. Government announces $1.4 million grant to Harpur Memorial Hospital

Menouf, Menoufia – Yesterday, U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Thomas Goldberger announced that the U.S. Government has awarded a $1.4 million grant to Harpur Memorial Hospital in Menouf to expand their outpatient clinic to better meet increased community demand for services. “Americans and Egyptians have a legacy of working together to promote the health ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 2 February, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

USAID and AUC partner to increase employment skills for Ain Shams students

CAIRO – Ain Shams University celebrated the inauguration of two new Career Development Centers funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in coordination with the American University in Cairo (AUC). These Centers aim to build the capacity of career guidance professionals at two faculties at Aim Shams University and to develop a ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 12 January, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

Embassy Visits New Suez Canal Project

On January 12, Deputy Chief of Mission Thomas H. Goldberger and a U.S. Embassy team were invited by Suez Canal Authority Chairman Admiral Mohab Mameesh to tour the Suez Canal Development Project. The Canal Authority has contacted some of the world’s biggest dredgers and thousands of pieces of earth moving equipment to create the new ...

By U.S. Embassy Cairo | 12 January, 2015 | Topics: Press Releases

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