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On the sidelines of the 2nd edition of Egypt-ICF under the patronage and in the presence of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi: Egypt-ICF Proposes Sustainability-Linked Sovereign Debt Hub for Just Financing in Africa
On the second day of the Egypt-International Cooperation Forum (Egypt-ICF) in its second edition, a panel discussion entitled, ‘Debt for Sustainable Investment’, was held to explore performance-linked sovereign debt refinancing to channel investment that contributes to supporting ambitious action on climate and nature.
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Under the patronage and in presence of President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi in Cairo: Sharm El-Sheikh Guidebook for Just Financing Forges a Common Path for Climate Action in Africa
The second day of the Egypt-International Cooperation Forum (Egypt-ICF) in its second edition highlighted the importance of the Conference of Partners on Climate Change (COP27) in forging a common path for climate action in Africa
Read MoreTony Blair: Sharm El-Sheikh Guidebook for Just Financing is a Practical Tool to Identify Africa’s Climate Challenges
On the sidelines of the Egypt-International Cooperation Forum, Minister of International Cooperation, Rania Al-Mashat, held a meeting with Tony Blair, President of the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change and former British Prime Minister, to identify ways to replicate Egypt’s tools and green initiatives to the continent of Africa.
Read MorePushing Forward Regional Climate Action, Ministry of International Cooperation and AfDB Launch New Country Strategy 2022-26
The Ministry of International Cooperation and the African Development Bank (AfDB) launched on Thursday the New Country strategy 2022-2026 on the sidelines of the Egypt-International Cooperation Forum (Egypt-ICF 2022).
Read MoreOn the sideline of the 2nd edition of Egypt-ICF2022 under the patronage and in presence of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi: Egypt-ICF2022: The African continent is one of the least beneficiaries of climate finance with a share of 5.5%
Two panels were held titled “From Pledges to Implementation: Translating Financial Commitments to Opportunities in Africa” , and “African Countries Ownership in Determining Climate Agenda”
Read MoreEgypt-ICF Energizes Entrepreneurs to Tackle Climate Change Through Climate Tech
On the first day of the Egypt-International Cooperation Forum, a workshop titled, ‘Innovation for Climate Action’, was held to empower entrepreneurs to voice their ideas and share innovative solutions as well as their experience with addressing environmental issues.
Read MoreMinister of International Cooperation, Tony Blair Chart Out Plan to Expand Egypt’s Green Initiatives to Africa
On the sidelines of the Egypt-International Cooperation Forum, Minister of International Cooperation, Rania Al-Mashat, held a meeting with Tony Blair, President of the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change and former British Prime Minister, to identify ways to replicate Egypt’s tools and green initiatives to the continent of Africa.
Read MorePresident El-Sisi Attends Egypt's Forum for International Cooperation and Development Finance
Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi attended Egypt's Forum for International Cooperation and Development Finance in the New Administrative Capital.
Read MoreAfreximbank President Urges More Support for AfCFTA at COP27 During Egypt-ICF
President and Chairman of the Board of Directors, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Benedict Okey Oramah, emphasized that the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is a key solution that helps Africa strike a balance between climate action and sustainable development.
Read MoreEBRD President Endorses Egypt’s Country Platform for NWFE to Support a Just Energy Transition
President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Odile Renaud-Basso announced that EBRD endorses Egypt’s Country Platform for NWFE (Nexus of Food, Water and Energy) under the energy pillar.
Read MoreMore Than USD 500B Is Needed for Africa to Achieve Universal Energy Access By 2030: Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Amina J. Mohammed, at Egypt-ICF
Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Amina J. Mohammed, extended her appreciation to President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and the Government of Egypt for convening the international community ahead of COP27 to deliver the message of moving from pledges to implementation.
Read MoreMark Carney Announces Launch of GFANZ Africa Regional Network at Egypt-ICF to Unlock Climate-Smart Finance
UN Special Envoy on Climate Action and Finance and co-chair for the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ) Mark Carney announced on Wednesday the launch of GFANZ Africa to create a regional network that will engage with African financial institutions.
Read MoreUS Climate Envoy John Kerry Underlines Blended, Concessional, and Private Finance as Crucial for Climate Action During Egypt-ICF
US Special Envoy on Climate Change John Kerry expressed his pleasure for participating in the Egypt- International Cooperation Forum (Egypt-ICF) 2022 in its second edition, which kicked off on Wednesday at the New Administrative Capital.
Read MoreAhead of COP27, Egypt-ICF2022 Explores Innovative Solutions for Mitigation and Adaptation in Africa “Lets NWFE together “ with these words , Minister Rania A. Al- Mashat closed her speech at EGYPT-ICF kick off event, emphasizing Egypt ‘s readiness for facing Climate change
Minister Rania A. Al-Mashat: Egypt has developed the National Climate Change Strategy 2050, the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), and the NWFE program to move from pledges to implementation for climate action.
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