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World’s top 10 biggest tourism economies in 2024–25: India breaks into top 10 at this rank
The Indian Express
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July 11, 2025
World’s Top 10 Biggest Tourism Economies in 2025 List: Amid a strong post-pandemic recovery and despite challenges such as climate pressure and local tourism fatigue, the global travel and tourism sector contributed US$10.9 trillion to the world...
Hisense Strengthens Regional Position With First Major Export From Algeria Factory To Egypt And Tunisia
MENAFN
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July 11, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) The export operation was officially inaugurated in the presence of His Excellency Mr. Kamel Rezig, Minister of Trade and Export Promotion of the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, alongside institutional...
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West Asia News Live: Record £7m Birkin bag sale highlights influence of West Asian capital in global luxury market
Firstpost
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July 11, 2025
Russia-Ukraine war continues to influence West Asia's economy and alliances On day 1,233 of the Russia-Ukraine war, the conflict continues to have profound effects on West Asia, according to a report in Al Jazeera. The region’s energy producers,...
The six critical actions Africa must take to stop the deadly trade in fake, substandard medicines
IOL
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Professor Eliangiringa Kaale|Published 11 minutes ago 4min The time for half-measures and empty promises has passed. African governments must take immediate, decisive action to combat the proliferation of substandard and falsified medical products...
Egyptian BNPL platform Valu receives initial regulatory approval for Jordan launch
MENAbytes
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July 10, 2025
Cairo-based fintech Valu has received initial regulatory approval from Jordan’s central bank to launch its Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) service in the country, marking the company’s first expansion beyond its home market and a signal of its broader...
Chinese premier returns to Beijing after official visit to Egypt
China Internet Information Center
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BEIJING, July 11 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang returned to Beijing on Friday aboard a chartered plane after concluding an official visit to Egypt. Li was seen off from the airport by the Egyptian Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade...
Renewed Fire at Ramses Central in Cairo Quickly Contained, Officials Say
Sada Elbalad
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July 11, 2025
Fri 11 Jul 2025 | 03:47 AM A limited fire broke out Friday at the Ramses Central exchange building in downtown Cairo, reigniting concerns just days after a major blaze paralyzed one of Egypt’s primary telecommunications hubs. Authorities confirmed...
Arewa Economic Forum: BDCs’ Recapitalisation Requirements Pose Threats to Northern Entrepreneurs
This Day
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July 11, 2025
•Urges CBN to extend implementation timeline •Alleges sector now dominated by single southern ethnic group •Declares development may worsen insecurity, cut jobs, others James Emejo in Abuja Arewa Economic Forum (AEF), yesterday, alleged that the...
JPMorgan mulls cutting India, China share in Emerging Market Bond Index
The Hindu Business Line
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July 11, 2025
JPMorgan’s index is the main benchmark for developing-nation debt funds, and changes to its composition can affect global investment flows. JPMorgan Chase & Co. is considering cutting the weight of the largest bond issuers in its flagship...
China, Egypt vow to deepen strategic ties, promote mutual benefit
People's Daily Online
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CAIRO, July 11 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Qiang wrapped up a two-day official visit to Egypt on Thursday, reaffirming stronger bilateral ties and pledging deeper cooperation between the two countries. During his visit, the Chinese premier...
Firefighters rush to reignited blaze at Cairo's major telecoms centre
The National News
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A fire reflared on Thursday evening at the Ramses Central telecoms building in downtown Cairo, just four days after a blaze there claimed the lives of four workers and injured dozens. Civil defence teams were sent immediately to the scene after...
Binance enters Islamic Finance with new crypto product
Gulf News
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Dubai: Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced the launch of Sharia Earn, a new blockchain-based earn product designed to comply with the principles of Islamic finance. The move marks Binance’s first...
‘Critical to any community’: Cairo to see major infrastructure upgrades in coming years
WALB - Georgia
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July 10, 2025
CAIRO, Ga. (WCTV) - By October 2027, Cairo residents can look forward to major upgrades in their city’s infrastructure. Cairo City Manager Booker T. Gainor IV said he is grateful and excited to improve the quality of life for his constituents....
10 days after Minkah Fitzpatrick trade, Insider reveals Steelers strategy on adding more roster options
Sportskeeda
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July 11, 2025
The Pittsburgh Steelers were one of the most active teams during the offseason. Many key players were traded, including Minkah Fitzpatrick and George Pickens, while Aaron Rodgers, Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith joined the franchise. This offseason...
Neighborhood kids in Cairo receive free summer lunches thanks to community giveback
WTXL Tallahassee - Florida
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July 10, 2025
CAIRO, GA. (WTXL) — In the heart of Cairo, neighborhood children are lining up for much-needed meals. With school out for the summer and fewer school-based food programs available, a local grassroots group is stepping in to fill the gap. The T and...
Egypt Signs $100 Million Sustainability-Linked Deal with EBRD, Banque Misr
Sada Elbalad
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July 10, 2025
Thu 10 Jul 2025 | 10:27 PM Egypt’s Ministry of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation announced a landmark agreement between the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Banque Misr, marking Egypt’s...
Egypt Reaffirms Support for Libyan Sovereignty and Political Consensus
Sada Elbalad
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July 10, 2025
Thu 10 Jul 2025 | 04:48 PM Egypt reiterated its steadfast support for Libya’s sovereignty, unity, and political stability, emphasizing the need for a Libyan-led political solution free from external interference. Ambassador Tarek Dahroug,...
Sports good product: Al Baraka Bank (Pakistan) holds webinar in Silakot
Business Recorder
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July 10, 2025
SIALKOT: Al Baraka Bank (Pakistan) Limited held first of its kind webinar in Sialkot, bringing together over 70 sports goods and sportswear exporters from Sialkot and importers from 12 countries across the globe through online video link. This was...
Minister Says Many Companies Interested in Sea Route Hajj Proposal
Tempo.co
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July 10, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar said that several companies have approached his office to propose the idea of conducting Hajj pilgrimages via sea routes. However, he noted that these companies do not own their own...
Why Rich Europeans Ate Up All The Egyptian Mummies
Explorersweb
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July 10, 2025
While Egyptian kings and queens are the most famous examples of mummification, the practice wasn’t just for pharaohs. It expanded over time until everyone from the poor up were being preserved for eternity. So, where are all the mummies? Well,...