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Devolution offers rewards in Egypt, but may be gradual

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EGYPT

The Local Administration Draft Law.

Egypt will struggle to save its gas surplus

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EGYPT

This is increasing annually because of population growth and rising global temperatures. Exports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) are on hold until autumn, and upstream production…

Middle East regimes will survive lasting instability

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MIDDLE EAST

Regime resilience in the Middle East.

Emirati foreign policy will draw strong criticism

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UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

The conflict has created tensions between the UAE’s leaders and Arab public opinion. Over the longer term, the country’s assertive foreign policy has also drawn criticism from its…

Military sway in Egypt's economy will grow

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EGYPT

The election is scheduled to take place on March 26-28, with a second round on April 24 if needed. The final list of candidates will be announced on February 24. Although Sisi has…

China’s role aids Egypt’s army more than the economy

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EGYPT/CHINA

China’s ability and willingness to build and finance mammoth initiatives of questionable national value has made it a convenient partner for President Abdel Fatah el-Sisi.

Al-Nour Party's influence in Egypt will be limited

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EGYPT

Al-Nour Party was the only Islamist political group to participate in the elections. However, the conservative Salafist party has seen its fortunes decline, from being the second…

Egypt’s new roads offer private sector limited gains

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EGYPT

Major investments in Egypt's roads

Egypt's e-commerce will grow, albeit slower than hoped

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EGYPT

Egyptian e-commerce.

Egyptian health reform may discourage income reporting

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EGYPT

The system will create a new single state-run insurer, which will pay fees to both existing private and public hospitals that meet defined quality standards. This a major…