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UK investment in Egypt: a promising, yet challenged profile
December 24, 2010
UK investment in Egypt: a promising, yet challenged profile
London--Economic news from Europe is seldom good these days, and Britain is no exception. The government is currently embarking on…
Political instability challenges Egypt’s investment environment
December 24, 2010
Political instability challenges Egypt’s investment environment
A new parliament dominated by the ruling National Democratic Party (NDP) is expected to pave the way for more investment-friendly regulations.…
Government announces 5 year energy strategy
December 24, 2010
Government announces 5 year energy strategy
The ruling National Democratic Party (NDP) has devised a five-year strategy aimed at securing Egypt's energy needs.The plan--to be announced…
Nazif announces new heavy transport unit
December 24, 2010
Nazif announces new heavy transport unit
A special unit responsible for heavy transport in Egypt will be established, Prime Minister Nazif announced in a meeting with…
Europe’s cold wave impacts tourism in Egypt, say experts
December 23, 2010
Europe’s cold wave impacts tourism in Egypt, say experts
Several major international airports have been closed due to an ongoing cold wave across the European continent, reducing the number…
Omar Effendi, govt officials discuss workers’ issues in advance of planned sell-off
December 23, 2010
Omar Effendi, govt officials discuss workers’ issues in advance of planned sell-off
Representatives of Egypt's Ministry of Manpower and Emigration met on Thursday with Egyptian Trade Union Federation head Mohammed Wahbullah and…
Egypt, Syria to launch negotiations over joint customs union
December 23, 2010
Egypt, Syria to launch negotiations over joint customs union
Egyptian Trade and Industry Minister Rachid Mohamed Rachid on Thursday announced the formation of a committee mandated with conducting negotiations…
Egypt to establish joint industrial zone in Libya
December 23, 2010
Egypt to establish joint industrial zone in Libya
Egyptian and Libyan governments agreed on establishing a joint industrial zone in Libya, said Minister of Trade and Industry Mohammed…
Egypt eyes urban expansion by 2022, minister says
December 23, 2010
Egypt eyes urban expansion by 2022, minister says
Egypt seeks to establish 60 new urban communities and cities by 2022, Minister of Housing Mohamed al-Maghrabi told reporters on…
Egypt seeks annual investment of US$10 billion
December 23, 2010
Egypt seeks annual investment of US$10 billion
Prime Minister Ahmed Nazif on Wednesday met with cabinet members and Central Bank of Egypt officials to outline the upcoming…