<p lang="en-US">Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a productive meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi during his state visit to Egypt. The two leaders discussed ways to further deepen the relationship between the two countries during bilateral talks. PM Modi talked about trade and investment, defence and security, renewable energy, culture and people-to-people ties with President Sisi.<br />
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The two countries signed an agreement for elevating the bilateral relationship to a "Strategic Partnership".<br />
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Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi tweeted, “PM Narendra Modi held a productive meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in Cairo on 25th June. The leaders discussed ways to further deepen the two countries' partnership, including trade &amp; investment, defence &amp; security, renewable energy, cultural and people-to-people ties. An agreement to elevate the bilateral relationship to a "Strategic Partnership" was signed by the leaders. Three MoUs in the fields of Agriculture, Archaeology &amp; Antiquities and Competition Law were also signed."</p>

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<h2><strong>PM visits&nbsp;Al-Hakim Mosque,&nbsp;Pyramids of Giza</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile PM Modi, after visiting the Al-Hakim Mosque, tweeted, “Honored to visit the historic Al-Hakim Mosque in Cairo. It's a profound testament to Egypt's rich heritage and culture.”</p>

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<p>The prime minister, during his State Visit, also went on a tour of the Pyramids of Giza in Cairo, Egypt.</p>

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<h2><strong>PM Modi conferred with 'Order of Nile'</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier in the day, the Indian prime minister was conferred with the 'Order of Nile', which is the highest civilian honour of Egypt, on Sunday. The&nbsp;Indian leader was conferred&nbsp;the rare gesture by Egyptian President&nbsp;El-Sisi&nbsp;as a mark of reflection of deepening India-Egypt ties.</p>

<p>Appreciating the success of the visit, Indian Home Minister Amit Shah tweeted, “The epic success of PM Narendra Modi as a statesman of global aura is now adorned with another honour as Egypt bestows its highest state honour, 'The Order of Nile Award,' on PM Modi. Narendra Modi is the only Indian PM to receive a maximum number of such awards from other countries.”</p>

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<p>The Indian prime minister is on a state visit to Egypt from June 24-25. PM Modi on Sunday also went to the Heliopolis War Grave Cemetery in Egypt, where he paid tribute to Indian soldiers who lost their lives during the First World War.</p>

<p>The prime minister's official visit to Egypt comes months after President El-Sisi came to India as the chief guest of Republic Day celebrations in January. On Saturday, PM Modi and his Egyptian counterpart Mostafa Madbouly held a round-table meeting in Cairo.</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a productive meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi during his state visit to Egypt. The two leaders discussed ways to further deepen the relationship between the two countries during bilateral talks.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a productive meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi during his state visit to Egypt. The two leaders discussed ways to further deepen the relationship between the two countries during bilateral talks. PM Modi talked about trade and investment, defence and security, renewable energy, culture and people-to-people ties with President Sisi. The two countries signed an agreement for elevating the bilateral relationship to a "Strategic Partnership". Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi tweeted, “PM Narendra Modi held a productive meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi in Cairo on 25th June. The leaders discussed ways to further deepen the two countries' partnership, including trade & investment, defence & security, renewable energy, cultural and people-to-people ties. An agreement to elevate the bilateral relationship to a "Strategic Partnership" was signed by the leaders. Three MoUs in the fields of Agriculture, Archaeology & Antiquities and Competition Law were also signed." Synergising 🇮🇳-🇪🇬 multifaceted ties PM @narendramodi held a productive meeting with President @AlsisiOfficial in Cairo on 25 June 2023 The leaders discussed ways to further deepen the partnership between the two countries, including in trade & investment, defence & security,… pic.twitter.com/RRAKmIKrho — Arindam Bagchi (@MEAIndia) June 25, 2023 × PM visits Al-Hakim Mosque, Pyramids of Giza Meanwhile PM Modi, after visiting the Al-Hakim Mosque, tweeted, “Honored to visit the historic Al-Hakim Mosque in Cairo. It's a profound testament to Egypt's rich heritage and culture.” Honored to visit the historic Al-Hakim Mosque in Cairo. It's a profound testament to Egypt's rich heritage and culture. pic.twitter.com/4VgzkagHcB — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 25, 2023 × The prime minister, during his State Visit, also went on a tour of the Pyramids of Giza in Cairo, Egypt. #WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits the Pyramids of Giza in Cairo, Egypt. pic.twitter.com/hX94SGpQDZ — ANI (@ANI) June 25, 2023 × PM Modi conferred with 'Order of Nile' Earlier in the day, the Indian prime minister was conferred with the 'Order of Nile', which is the highest civilian honour of Egypt, on Sunday. The Indian leader was conferred the rare gesture by Egyptian President El-Sisi as a mark of reflection of deepening India-Egypt ties. Appreciating the success of the visit, Indian Home Minister Amit Shah tweeted, “The epic success of PM Narendra Modi as a statesman of global aura is now adorned with another honour as Egypt bestows its highest state honour, 'The Order of Nile Award,' on PM Modi. Narendra Modi is the only Indian PM to receive a maximum number of such awards from other countries.” The epic success of PM @narendramodi Ji as a statesman of global aura is now adorned with another honor as Egypt bestows its highest state honor, 'The Order of Nile Award,' on Modi Ji. Modi Ji is the only Indian PM to receive a maximum number of such awards from other countries. pic.twitter.com/a0mtSvv3iY — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) June 25, 2023 × The Indian prime minister is on a state visit to Egypt from June 24-25. PM Modi on Sunday also went to the Heliopolis War Grave Cemetery in Egypt, where he paid tribute to Indian soldiers who lost their lives during the First World War. The prime minister's official visit to Egypt comes months after President El-Sisi came to India as the chief guest of Republic Day celebrations in January. On Saturday, PM Modi and his Egyptian counterpart Mostafa Madbouly held a round-table meeting in Cairo. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>An Egyptian human rights lawyer and would-be presidential candidate went on trial on Monday in a case where a guilty verdict would deprive him of the right to stand for election.</p>

<p>A judge in a Cairo court adjourned the trial of Khaled Ali, who is charged with offending public decency, to July 3.</p>

<p>Ali, 45, was detained last week in what rights group Amnesty International said was part of a campaign of intimidation aimed at discouraging participation in the election, due to take place next summer.</p>

<p>He was released on bail 24 hours later.</p>

<p>The charge he faces relates to a photograph in which he appears to make an obscene hand gesture on the steps of a Cairo court house. Ali denies the authenticity of the photo.</p>

<p>He did not attend court on Monday.</p>

<p>If convicted, Ali could face up to two years in prison, a fine of up to 5,000-10,000 Egyptian pounds ($250-$550), or both. He would also be barred from running for the presidency.</p>

<p>Since toppling Mohamed Mursi of the Muslim Brotherhood in 2013, President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has overseen a crackdown against Islamists and secular opponents in which hundreds have been killed and thousands jailed.</p>

<p>Sisi, 62, says he is a bulwark of stability in a region that has slipped into chaos since the 2011 Arab Spring revolts, prioritising security over civil rights.</p>

<p>He is widely expected to stand for re-election next summer.</p>

<p>Ali gained prominence in January after defending a case against a government plan to transfer two uninhabited Red Sea islands to Saudi Arabia, a deal that prompted mass protests.</p>

<p>He ran for the presidency in 2012 and came in seventh with more than 100,000 votes in a 13-candidate race. He was the youngest candidate, having just turned 40 at the time, the minimum age required to run.</p>

<p>Ali attracted young leftwing voters but most of his support base at the time chose to boycott the election which was being held under the rule of a transitional military council.</p>

<p>He established his socialist credentials when in 2010 he won a case forcing the government to raise the minimum wage to 1,200 Egyptian pounds ($66.50) per month and later went on to co-found the leftwing Bread and Freedom Party.</p>

<p>Eight party members have been detained since April on charges including &quot;misusing social media to incite against the state&quot; and &quot;insulting the president&quot;, its legal adviser said.</p>

<p>(Reuters)</p>


Khaled Ali was charged with offending public decency. Critics say it's an attempt to intimidate him from running for office

An Egyptian human rights lawyer and would-be presidential candidate went on trial on Monday in a case where a guilty verdict would deprive him of the right to stand for election. A judge in a Cairo court adjourned the trial of Khaled Ali, who is charged with offending public decency, to July 3. Ali, 45, was detained last week in what rights group Amnesty International said was part of a campaign of intimidation aimed at discouraging participation in the election, due to take place next summer. He was released on bail 24 hours later. The charge he faces relates to a photograph in which he appears to make an obscene hand gesture on the steps of a Cairo court house. Ali denies the authenticity of the photo. He did not attend court on Monday. If convicted, Ali could face up to two years in prison, a fine of up to 5,000-10,000 Egyptian pounds ($250-$550), or both. He would also be barred from running for the presidency. Since toppling Mohamed Mursi of the Muslim Brotherhood in 2013, President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has overseen a crackdown against Islamists and secular opponents in which hundreds have been killed and thousands jailed. Sisi, 62, says he is a bulwark of stability in a region that has slipped into chaos since the 2011 Arab Spring revolts, prioritising security over civil rights. He is widely expected to stand for re-election next summer. Ali gained prominence in January after defending a case against a government plan to transfer two uninhabited Red Sea islands to Saudi Arabia, a deal that prompted mass protests. He ran for the presidency in 2012 and came in seventh with more than 100,000 votes in a 13-candidate race. He was the youngest candidate, having just turned 40 at the time, the minimum age required to run. Ali attracted young leftwing voters but most of his support base at the time chose to boycott the election which was being held under the rule of a transitional military council. He established his socialist credentials when in 2010 he won a case forcing the government to raise the minimum wage to 1,200 Egyptian pounds ($66.50) per month and later went on to co-found the leftwing Bread and Freedom Party. Eight party members have been detained since April on charges including "misusing social media to incite against the state" and "insulting the president", its legal adviser said. (Reuters)

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