Egypt denies misuse of Nile water quota. Egypt to participate in Damascus energy conference. Cairo, Ankara pursue talks to improve trade ties. Conference discusses means of fostering inter-Arab investment. Cutting customs tariffs will not affect local producers.
Seminar reviews French technology in grain storage, preservation.
Middle East Department has put Egypt among the top four emerging markets in terms of the pace of privatization. One would say that this is a major achievement placing the country on the runway for an enormous take-off. The great bulk of responsibility lies on the shoulders of the private sector to contribute to all activities. The picture has altered completely with respect to the peaceful settlement of the Arab-Israeli conflict. All mediators, to the very last one, are working to prevent a collapse rather than insure success.