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Sharm El Sheikh Finally Making Amends

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5 years ago

February 17, 2020

In 2015, things hit the fan when a bomb exploded in a Russian airline soon after take-off. This left tourists coming from abroad terrified to not only step foot in Egypt, but to also even ride an Egyptian based airline let alone have anything to do with us! Due to the Russian airline bombing incident, 224 passengers were left dead.

Which is why after a 4-year halt, Sharm el Sheikh International Airport had finally received two TUI flights coming in from UK yesterday evening. The number of passengers of the first plane was 184 whereas the second one coming in from Manchester Airport was approximately 190 passengers.

This was our chance to make amends and allow foreigners to be relaxed and comfortable with their stay as well as inside travels within the boarders of Egypt.

Mohamed Manar, Civil Aviation Minister, order airport staff to gracefully and kindly offer all services as well as to facilitate things for the passengers who had just landed.

Fortunate for us, the passengers had expressed sincere happiness upon their arrival. They were content with the staffs warm welcome, especially from their trip from the airport to the South of Sinai.

It is claimed by British Tour Operator that we are expecting to operate three flights a week from Gatwik to the Red Sea Resort until the end of March.

It is finally revealed that in mid-January, our President Abdel Fattah al Sisi and Boris Johnson, British Prime Minister, had rendezvoused and had discussed details of resuming British Flights to Sharm El Sheikh. Hopefully, tourism rates will increase after beginning to welcome flights again after previous dry years.

During a meeting in London recently, both the Prime Minister and our Presedent Sisi discussed their partnership in a matter of increasing trade between the two countries, so it’s a win-win situation at the end of the day.

Do you think this desperate attempt to regain as well as increase tourism rates from foreign countries will help Egypt find stable grounds again? Ever since 2011 and the bombing incident that occurred in 2015, we haven’t been on steady grounds. Which is why this is a delightful attempt at making amends to build a better future for our country, Egypt.

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Sax player Rahma Hassan, Wael Jassar and Mustafa Kamel perform a concert at the Aspero Restaurant Complex

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2 years ago

February 20, 2023

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In a family meeting on the banks of the Nile, businessman Gerges Espero opened his new restaurant on the promenade of the people of Egypt under the name Espero Restobar. The Eventadora Company supervised and organized the party, which was revived by the artist Wael Jassar and the artist Mustafa Kamel, captain of the musical professions and sax player Rahma Hassan, and DJ Khaled Hussein in The opening of the Aspero restaurant complex in the Ahl Masr walkway on the Nile Corniche, in the presence of a group of stars of art and high society.

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Egypt mitigates, adapts to effects of climate change via 324 bn national projects: Minister

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3 years ago

June 8, 2022

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CAIRO – 8 June 2022: Egypt has success story to share with the world during its presidency of the upcoming COP27 climate conference, stated Egyptian Minister of Environment, Dr. Yasmine Fouad.

She referred to Egypt’s national projects in the fields of mitigation and adaptation with climate change, saying that the cost of mitigation programs in Egypt reaches 211 billion dollars, and the cost of adaptation programs is about 113 billion dollars, with a total of 324 billion dollar.

Minister Yasmine Fouad further explained that the list of mitigation projects includes the establishment of the Benban Solar Energy Complex; the largest complex for generating clean electricity in the Middle East, in addition to energy efficiency projects, wind energy projects, and sustainable transportation such as the Monorail project and the expanded metro network.

She also highlighted other projects aiming to convert waste into energy, and helps in integrated waste management, such as biogas projects, sanitary landfills and recycling plants.

“As for the adaptation projects, they include water rationalization, canal lining projects, sea water desalination, sewage plants, and Haya Karima initiative as an integrated model for mitigation and adaptation projects to the effects of climate change,” she added.

This also includes the implementation of natural gas delivery projects, waste management, lining canals projects and Sewage treatment plants and afforestation.

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Allianz Egypt launches the first round of Allianz Athlete Experience for Egyptian Tennis Enthusiasts to support Mayar Sherif

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3 years ago

May 16, 2022

Akram Moftah

Cairo – May 2022: Being the exclusive official insurance sponsor of tennis champion, Mayar Sherif, the first Egyptian female tennis player to feature in the main draw of a Grand Slam tournament, Allianz Egypt launches the first round of one-of-a-kind initiative “Allianz Athlete Experience” for Egyptian tennis enthusiasts. The winners will enjoy an exclusive experience with Allianz Egypt brand ambassador and Tennis superstar Mayar in one of the sport’s most important tournaments at Roland Garros in Paris this May.
At a special ceremony held at Allianz Egypt Headquarters, Allianz Egypt announced the winners in the presence of Allianz Egypt Chairman and Board of Management, the President of the Egyptian Tennis Federation, and the winners of the competition, in addition to Allianz Egypt sports partners and ambassadors from the Olympic and Paralympic Champions.
“Over the years, Allianz Egypt, being the official insurance partner of the Olympics and Paralympics Movement, has ventured to be a strong contributor to the local sports ecosystem through supporting, encouraging and empowering national athletes and champions,” Ayman Hegazy, Chairman and CEO of Allianz Companies in Egypt, said.
Hegazy added, “We are extremely proud of our Golden girl and our Brand Ambassador Mayar Sherif for being the first Egyptian Female at Roland Garros. And we are diligent to continue providing all possible support and empowerment to her and all our champions.”

“I am honored to have Allianz Egypt – one of the distinguished sports promoters in the world- supporting me throughout my journey in raising Egypt’s name in major championships worldwide. This competition truly reflects the immense support and motivation I have been receiving from Allianz since day one and from my distinguished and strong Egyptian fan base that I sincerely and proudly consider a success.” Mayar Sherif said commenting on the initiative.
It is worth noting that Allianz Egypt intends to repeat this initiative for its ambassadors in different sports. This comes as a continuation of the company’s efforts to support the Egyptian sports ecosystem, with a special focus on tennis.
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About Allianz Egypt:
Allianz is a Multinational German insurer operating since 1890. Allianz in Egypt was founded in 1976, under the name of “Arab International Insurance Company”. It was fully acquired in 2004 by Allianz under its current brand names; “Allianz Life Assurance Company – Egypt” and “Allianz Insurance Company – Egypt”, providing comprehensive and integrated insurance services, such as life insurance, medical insurance, property insurance to business partners and individuals. The company has 14 branches and has accomplished strategic partnerships with major banks operating in Egypt.