15 Jul 2014
In response to media queries on Egypt’s proposal for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the MFA spokesman said:
“We are deeply concerned about the deteriorating humanitarian crisis and the continued conflict in Gaza. We welcome and support the ceasefire proposal by Egypt. We are encouraged by Israel and the Palestinian National Authority’s acceptance of the proposal, and we hope Hamas will do likewise. We urge all sides to work closely with Egypt to prevent further destruction and casualties. The immediate priority for all sides is to work towards a ceasefire, bring an end to the suffering and loss of innocent lives, and allow humanitarian assistance to reach the affected areas.”
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SINGAPORE
15 JULY 2014
The Ambassador of the Republic of Singapore His Excellency Premjith S called on the Governor of Giza Governorate His Excellency Dr Ali Abdel Rahman Youssef on 5 February 2014.
Ambassador Premjith was impressed that the headquarters of the Giza Governorate which was gutted by fire last year has been fully refurbished within a very short period. During the meeting, Ambassador Premjith conveyed a letter from Singapore’s Senior Minister of State for National Development Mr Lee Yi Shyan inviting His Excellency Dr Youssef to participate in the 5th World Cities Summit Mayors’ Forum to be held in June 2014 in Singapore. The Mayors’ Forum is a premier annual event where leaders of cities come together to discuss challenges and solutions related to urban development and governance as well as share best practices to promote sustainable growth. His Excellency Dr Youssef and Ambassador Premjith also discussed the Governorate’s priorities and discussed possible areas of bilateral cooperation in the field of urban development.