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Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | 24 hours ago

Egypt/Eritrea: Message of President Isaias Afwerki to President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi

The message focused on the further consolidation of comprehensive bilateral relations and other matters of mutual importance to both countries

Mr. Osman Saleh, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today delivered a message from President Isaias Afwerki to President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Cairo. The message focused on the further consolidation of comprehensive bilateral relations and other matters of mutual importance to both countries. The enhancement…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | 24 hours ago

Meeting of Eritrean and Egyptian Foreign Ministers

The meeting focused on further enhancing the existing ties between the two countries in the political, economic, and trade sectors

Mr. Osman Saleh, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Eritrea, met and held talks with Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Egypt. The meeting focused on further enhancing the existing ties between the two countries in the political, economic, and trade sectors. The consultations also included discussions on the…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | 24 hours ago

Eritrea: Conference of Earth Scientists and Mining Engineers

Participants held extensive discussions on the current state of the mining sector in Eritrea and its future prospects

The Earth Scientists and Mining Engineers Association of Eritrea held a two-day conference on 21 and 22 March at the National Confederation of Eritrean Workers Hall in Asmara. The conference was held under the theme “Responsible Mining for Sustainable Development.” Mr. Alem Kibreab, Director General of Mining at the Ministry…

Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt | Mar 23, 2025

Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets Eritrea's Minister of Foreign Affairs

The meeting addressed the situation in the Horn of Africa and ways to enhance stability in the region, either through the joint efforts of the two countries or through the trilateral coordination mechanism with Somalia

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received Eritrea's Minister of Foreign Affairs Osman Saleh, in the presence of Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Dr. Badr Abdel-Atty and Director of the General Intelligence Hassan Rashad. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, stated that the Eritrean minister conveyed…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 22, 2025

Eritrea: World Down Syndrome Day Observed

Participants emphasized the need for sustained public awareness campaigns to ensure individuals with disabilities receive proper care and acceptance within the community

World Down Syndrome Day, 21 March, was observed at the national level in Mendefera, Southern Region, with a variety of programs marking the occasion. At the event, Mr. Desale Hagos, Head of the National Association of Intellectual and Developmental Disability, stated that this is the 14th international and 6th national…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 21, 2025

Eritrea Participates at Commission on Phytosanitary Measures Meeting

According to the Public Relations Office of the Ministry of Agriculture, Eritrea is preparing to become a member of the African Plant Protection Convention

Eritrea took part in the 19th annual meeting of the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures, held in Rome from 17 to 21 March. Mr. Tekleab Misghina, Director General of Regulatory Service at the Ministry of Agriculture, and Mr. Asmerom Kidane, Eritrea’s Deputy Permanent Representative at the United Nations Food and Agriculture…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 21, 2025

Eritrea: Public Diplomacy Activities by Diaspora Nationals

Eritreans in Melbourne, Australia, held a public seminar on 15 March to discuss the objective situation in the homeland as well as regional and global developments

Nationals in Australia, the US, and Italy conducted a range of public diplomacy activities. Eritreans in Melbourne, Australia, held a public seminar on 15 March to discuss the objective situation in the homeland as well as regional and global developments. At the seminar, Mr. Mehari Tekeste, Eritrea’s Consul General, gave…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 21, 2025

Eritrea: Diaspora Nationals Celebrate International Women’s Day

Nationals in the US cities of Minnesota, Michigan, and Indiana, along with those in Cairo, Egypt, commemorated the day with patriotic zeal

Diaspora nationals in Angola, the Netherlands, the US, Norway, and Egypt have carried out public diplomacy activities in connection with International Women’s Day, 8 March, under the theme “Women: Emancipation for All-Rounded Development.” In Angola, celebratory events were held in the cities of Luanda, Lubango, Cabinda, Benguela, and Huambo, while…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 20, 2025

Eritrea: Cataract and Glaucoma Surgery at Berhan-Aini Hospital

The program, running from 17 to 23 March, has so far facilitated surgeries for over 300 patients

Cataract and glaucoma surgeries are being performed at Berhan-Aini Hospital in Asmara. The procedures are being conducted in collaboration with Eritrean experts and the ‘Cure Blindness’ Ophthalmology group from California, United States. The program, running from 17 to 23 March, has so far facilitated surgeries for over 300 patients. Dr.…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 20, 2025

Eritrea: Efforts to Empower Women in Anseba Region

Ms. Tirhas reported that 15 women in Elaberet sub-zone are receiving tailoring training, while 35 women are undergoing training in beekeeping

The National Union of Eritrean Women (NUEW) branch in Anseba Region, in collaboration with its partners, is providing vocational training to women to enhance their skills and improve their livelihoods. Ms. Tirhas Nirayo, head of social services and projects at the National Union of Eritrean Women branch, stated that tailoring…