Egypt’s Parliament Approves Cabinet Reshuffle for Economic Focus

Egypt’s House of Representatives approved a cabinet reshuffle proposed by President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, introducing 13 new ministers to address the country’s economic challenges. Key appointments include Ahmed Rostom as Minister of Planning and Mohamed Farid Saleh as Minister of Investment, while two women were added to the cabinet. The reshuffle aims to enhance economic expertise amidst severe economic pressures, including the impacts of the pandemic and geopolitical tensions. The new government is expected to be sworn in on Wednesday.

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