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EU Member States' Cultural Agenda – July 2008
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Lebanon: Commission increases its aid to the victims of the Nahr Al Bared crisis to €28 million (20.6.2008)
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Statement by Javier SOLANA, EU High Representative for the CFSP on the truce in and around Gaza (19.6.2008)
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Statement by Benita Ferrero-Waldner, European Commissioner for External Relations and Neighbourhood Policy on the truce between Israel and Hamas (18.6.2008)
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EU provides allowance through PEGASE to over 41,000 Palestinian families facing hardship (17.6.2008)
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Samir Kassir Award for Freedom of the Press: A Palestinian journalist and a Lebanese student, winners of the 2008 edition (2.6.2008)
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EU-Egypt first sub-committee on political matters (2-3 June 2008, Brussels) (2.6.2008)
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EU supports Palestinian private sector through PEGASE PA arrears repayment scheme (2.6.2008)
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Solutions for Women’s Issues in “Coiffeur Ashwaq” (29.5.2008)
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Egypt and the EU announce grants for Research and Innovation (29.5.2008)
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European Union Prize for Journalists - Committed to Human Rights, Democracy and Development - LORENZO NATALI PRIZE FOR 2008 (29.5.2008)
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Statement by the EU Presidency on extension of the emergency law in Egypt (28.5.2008)
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"Barcelona Process: Union for the Mediterranean" - Commission adopts proposals to enhance the partnership between the EU and its Mediterranean neighbours (22.5.2008)
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Statement by Javier SOLANA, EU High Representative for the CFSP, on the agreement reached in Doha to end the political crisis in Lebanon (21.5.2008)
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One big cultural weekend connects Alexandria to people across the Euro-Mediterranean region (15.5.2008)
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Europe Day Message 2008 From Dr. Benita Ferrero-Waldner, Commissioner for External Relations and European Neighbourhood policy (7.5.2008)
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Launch of the "Days of the Euro-Arab Cinema" focused on the "Dialogue with the Other" (6th - 12th May 2008, Cairo) (6.5.2008)
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The Delegation of the European Commission in Egypt celebrates the 2008 Euro-Mediterranean Year of Dialogue between Cultures (5.5.2008)
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4th EU-Egypt Association Council held in Luxembourg, 28 April (4.5.2008)
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Launch of Townhouse Curatorial Program (18.3.2008)
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EU provides direct support to 74,000 Palestinian civil servants and pensioners through PEGASE (6.3.2008)
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TOURISM IN THE MEDITERRANEAN : TEN COUNTRIES MEET TO MAKE IT MORE SUSTAINABLE – EU-SMAP WORKSHOP, ISTANBUL, 19-21 FEBRUARY (16.2.2008)
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International Day of Zero Tolerance against Female Genital Mutilation - Statement by Benita Ferrero-Waldner, Commissioner for External Relations and Neighbourhood Policy and Louis Michel, Commissioner for Development and Humanitarian Aid (6.2.2008)
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Launching of the 2008 "Samir Kassir Award for Freedom of the Press" (31.1.2008)
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EU Funding available for Media Projects in Egypt (30.1.2008)
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Javier Solana expressed concern with Gaza situation to the Palestinian Authority President (25.1.2008)
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Risk and Capital Management Summit - Meeting the risk challenges of the Egyptian Financial Sector (21.1.2008)
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International medical tourism seminar on December 11th, 2007 (11.12.2007)
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10 December 2007 - International Human Rights Day - Message of Benita Ferrero-Waldner (10.12.2007)
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Bring the peoples of Europe ‘Together in diversity!’ - Campaign launch of the European Year of Intercultural Dialogue 2008 (4.12.2007)
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Commission launches new scheme to increase links between research organisations throughout the world (30.11.2007)
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THE EC DELEGATION IN CAIRO AND THE EGYPTIAN MINISTRY OF FINANCE TO CELEBRATE CO-OPERATION FOR SUPPORT OF CUSTOMS MODERNISATION AND REFORM UNDER THE TRADE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAMME “C” (TEP-C) (28.11.2007)
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Cairo meeting on European development funds for young Arab filmakers (28.11.2007)
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BUSINESSMED, EU-SMAP AND UNEP CP/RAC - “Towards Sustainable Development” - Private Sector Opportunities Seminar in Cairo 27-28 November (27.11.2007)
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TRADE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAMME (TEP-A) - Egypt and the EU: A Successful Partnership in Trade (17.11.2007)
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Sustainable Development Training for NGOs Workshop begin 15 November in Marsaara/Helwan (15.11.2007)
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Caravan of the Euro-Arab Cinema holds the Caravan Creative Workshop in Cairo from 10 to 30 November on "The Self and the City" (13.11.2007)
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Mark in your calendar: Medibtikar Annual Conference in Cairo next 7th and 8th November (6.11.2007)
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Once again Caravan of the Euro-Arab Cinema: Docu'n Short in Cairo from 4-8 November (4.11.2007)
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EGYPT and the EU to boost energy cooperation with Africa and Middle East (31.10.2007)
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EU & Egypt Partners For The Future - Speech by Commissioner Benita Ferrero-Waldner in Cairo (31.10.2007)
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The First Regional Workshop on FP7 Health Research - Co-operation between the EU and the Mediterranean Partners (29.10.2007)
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Fourth workshop on Cairo's Belle Epoque held in Alexandria on 19 October (03.10.2007)
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European Economic and Social Committee visits Egypt (12.09.2007)
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Call for Proposals from MEDA producer/scriptwriter teams (04.09.2007)
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Caravan of the Euro-Arab Cinema to be held in Alexandria from 25-29 August 2007 (15.08.2007)
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EU assistance to the Palestinian people in 2007 tops $1 billion (31.07.2007)
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Middle East Quartet: a step towards peace (20.07.2007)
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EU launches a new local call for proposals for Cultural Activities (10.07.2007)
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EU provides Palestinian public service providers with a further €21 million (04.07.2007)
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EU and Egypt sign new €20 million grant agreement to support social development (27.06.2007)
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Commissioner Louis Michel renews calls for immediate humanitarian access to Gaza (26.06.2007)
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Launch of the Egyptian Microfinance Best Practice Award (25.06.2007)
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EU Presidency statement on the attack on UNIFIL troops in southern Lebanon (25.06.2007)
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EU Presidency statement on the Shura Council elections in Egypt (22.06.2007)
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EU and Egypt hold joint committee meeting on Science and Technology for the first time in Egypt on 20 June (19.06.2007)
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EU resumes normal relations with the Palestinian Authority (18.06.2007)
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EU Presidency condems Beirut bombing (14.06.2007)
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EU and Egypt sign new grant agreement for Scientific Research and Innovation for EGP 85 million (14.06.2007)
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New Cash Control Rules when travelling to the EU (13.06.2007)
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EU Presidency deeply concernced about violence in Palestinian Territories (13.06.2007)
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WFP Welcome €2 million donation from EU to Egypt (12.06.2007)
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South Sinai Regional Programme Grants Award Ceremony (12.06.2007)
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Ambassador Klaus Ebermann attends Grant Award Ceremony in Sharm El Sheikh (11.06.2007)
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Essential site for Euro-Med news and information launched (07.06.2007)
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EU supports Palestinian public service providers with a further €21 million (04.06.2007)
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EU extends EUBAM mission in Rafah (24.05.2007)
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Dr. Javier Solana visits Egypt from 22-24 May 2007 (22.05.2007)
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EU Presidency Statement on the situation in Lebanon (21.05.2007)
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First Workshop on Cairo's European Architecture (21.05.2007)
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EU Presidency expresses concern about inter-Palestinian clashes (18.05.2007)
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Egyptian-European Street Theatre Festival in Egypt from 19 to 22 May (14.05.2007)
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EU Funds Arts Projects on Occidentalism (09.05.2007)
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Declaration by the Presidency on behalf of the EU on the launching of the International Compact with Iraq (04.05.2007)
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Iraq: Commission participates in Compact and neighbours meetings and reiterates its support to the country (03.05.2007)
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European Commission launches training for Palestinian customs officers at Rafah (29.04.2007)
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Caravan of the Euro-Arab Cinema for the second time in Egypt - 28 April to 8 May 2007 (28.04.2007)
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EU Commissioner Louis Michel calls on all parties to boost efforts to preserve the humanitarian space in the Middle East (27.04.2007)
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Louis Michel to visit the Middle East to assess the humanitarian situation (24.04.2007)
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The European Commission supports cultural projects in egypt (24.04.2007)
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EU contributes €66 million to UNRWA's General Fund for 2007 (24.042007)
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EU contributes €66 million to UNRWA's General Fund for 2007 (24.042007)
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EU contributes €66 million to UNRWA’s General Fund for 2007

John Kjaer, head of the European Commission Technical Assistance Office for the West Bank and Gaza Strip (ECTAO), and Filippo Grandi, the Deputy Commissioner- General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees, signed a contribution agreement for €66 million at a ceremony in Qalandia camp on Friday (20 April).

The signing was the first instalment in an agreement made between the EU and UNRWA in which the EU pledged €264 million to support UNRWA's General Fund 2007-2010. The funds will pay salaries for UNRWA’s teachers, doctors and social workers, enabling UNRWA to maintain delivery of essential services to Palestine refugees. The EU’s continuing support to UNRWA is an essential element of the EU's strategy for the Middle East peace process.

Speaking at the signing, Mr. Kjaer said: “The EU is highly sensitive to the plight of Palestine's refugees. We recognise that they are amongst the most vulnerable at this time of social and economic crisis. UNRWA has been at the forefront of efforts to help alleviate the daily hardships facing Palestine's refugees, and the EU is proud to support UNRWA's work through this increased contribution. “

Mr. Grandi thanked the EU, saying: “UNRWA’s efforts would not be possible without the on-going support of generous and committed donors. Therefore I would like to extend special appreciation to the European Community. The past year has been a period of great need throughout the Palestine refugee community, and the support you have shown today is a symbol of your interest and concern.”

Since 1971 the European Community has regularly supported UNRWA, becoming one of its largest donors. During the period 2003-2006, the European Commission provided €246 million to UNRWA’s General Fund. This financial support, when combined with contributions from individual EU Member States, represents more than half of UNRWA's total budget.

Established in 1949, UNRWA today provides education, healthcare, social services, and emergency aid to 4.4 million Palestine refugees living in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, Lebanon, Syria, Jordan. It is the largest UN operation in the Middle East. The United Nations General Assembly has repeatedly renewed UNRWA's mandate, most recently extending it until June 2008.
 

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