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CBE Expands EGP 100 bn Initiative to Contractors

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has decided to broaden the base of beneficiaries of its EGP 100 bn industry stimulus initiative to include the contracting sector.

Construction at NAC Continues in Full Swing

Construction at the New Administrative Capital (NAC) is moving forward in full swing, with work being stretched over two shifts and a 70% labor force present on-site.

Egypt Composes ‘Stay Safe’ Guidelines for Reopening Hotels

As Egypt seeks relief for the tourism sector, a range of health and safety requirements has been released by the government to be embraced by hoteliers to safely welcome back guests and employees, while also guarding against Coronavirus spread.

CBE Maintains Current Interest Rates

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has decided to keep overnight deposit rate, overnight lending rate, and the rate of the main operation unchanged at 9.25%, 10.25%, and 9.75%, respectively.

Egypt Receives USD 2.8 bn IMF Loan

Egypt received USD 2.8 bn from the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Rapid Financing Instrument on May 12, the Middle East News Agency (MENA) reports.

Gov’t Preps for Phase II of Maspero Triangle Project

Phase II of Maspero Triangle Development Project is on the verge to commence, proceeding in line with the planned intensive implementation timelines

Egypt’s Social Housing Program Costs EGP 243 bn: Minister

Minister of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities Assem El Gazzar said a total of EGP 243 bn is required to implement Egypt's Social Housing Program, which involves the establishment of 1 mn units.

Egypt Halts Building Permits in 4 Governorates

Egypt has signed off on suspending the issuance of building permits for new housing units in Cairo, Giza, Qalyubia, and Alexandria for six months.

Egypt Rolls Out EGP 3 bn Initiative to Support Tourism: Minister

Egypt's Ministry of Finance has agreed to present EGP 3 bn in funding provided by the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) to state banks for soft loans to tourist and hotel establishments at 5% annual interest, in a bid to contain the COVID-19 fallout.

IMF Approves USD 2.8 bn in Pandemic Aid to Egypt

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved Egypt’s request for USD 2.772 bn in financial aid to address the urgent balance of payment needs stemming from the COVID-19 outbreak.

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