News
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North Africa: The Arab Revolutions - A Year After
The Gulf states do not intend to contribute to the development of productive capacity in Egyptian economy (building factories etc.).
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Egypt reluctant to sign water-sharing agreements without consensus
Water management issues are a perpetual concern to Egypt, and are considered a matter of national security.
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Oman, Egypt to enhance air transport services
As per the MoU, the national carriers will have a right to operate 10 passenger flights and 7 cargo trips on a weekly basis.
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Egypt's NEZAL Entertainment turns a social revolution into social play
A rhythm game set against the backdrop of last year’s January Revolution in Egypt, Crowds will tell the tale of the 18 day uprising.
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Egypt plans oil, gas exploration near border with Israel
Cairo says will explore oil, gas sites near maritime border with Israel in effort to 'stake its hold on the area'.
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Young lawyer inspires hope among Egypt activists
Ali blames an unproductive economy that is too heavily reliant on tourism & remittances from Egyptians living abroad for not shielding the poor.
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Egypt expects doubling of mobile phone sales
Expectations are that the mobile phone market in Egypt is to double within only a few years, according to a new report from Pyramid Research.
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Egypt's labour minister, Cleopatra Ceramics head freed as workers' demands are met
Disgruntled employees at ceramics giant release their 'hostages' after reaching a long-awaited agreement for better pay and conditions.
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EBRD eyes large investment in Middle East
The EBRD, formed in 1991 to help ex-Soviet bloc nations in their transition to market economies, is embarking on a similar course of action in Egypt.
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Egypt Buys 120,000 Tons of U.S., Canadian Wheat After Tender
The U.S. wheat cost $261.50 a ton from Venus International and the Canadian grain was $263.50 a ton from Louis Dreyfus.
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Market Report: Egypt bourse gains 1.5 pct but uncertainty lingers
High-caps see solid gains amid news of an imminent IMF loan but analysts warn the way ahead is far from clear.
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Egyptian-Israeli Natural Gas Contract Casualty of Arab spring?
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Egypt's Suez Canal sees record revenue since new toll
Despite arguments that the hike in toll fees might discourage ships from using the causeway, revenues have proven otherwise.
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Egypt Meets Bills Sale Goal, Bonds Rise Before IMF Visit
The North African country accepted bids for 3.5 billion pounds each of six- and 12-month (EGTBY12) notes, according to central bank.
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Comment: Egypt's full recovery depends on more than marketing
The slogan at ITB Berlin “We are Egypt” is a good one, however, Egypt is divided at its core.
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Egypt up on IMF loan hopes; profit-taking weighs on UAE
Cairo's main index gained 1.6 percent on its second day of gains following declines that pulled it down 7 percent.
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MPs condemn reconciliation deals with Mubarak-era officials
Outrage that Ahmed Ezz and other senior Mubarak-era officials could be freed and eligible for political office under new 'reconciliation law'.
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Scientific brain drain worsening in Egypt: Report
Egypt's global ranking drops in fields of scientific education, attracting scientists, patents and spending on research.
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Pegas Posts Fourth-Quarter Loss on Currency Swings
Pegas, a Czech maker of textile products, announced a plan to build a plant in Egypt last year.
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French BNP Paribas to grow Mideast revenues
The bank sees opportunities in corporate and financial advisory services, trade finance and cash management, wealth and asset management.