Living unseen war: How Iran’s war against US and Israel is wrecking Egyptian, Maghreb economies

Living unseen war: How Iran’s war against US and Israel is wrecking Egyptian, Maghreb economies

The tourism industry, another pillar of Egypt’s economy, is beginning to feel the strain. After a strong recovery in 2025 driven by improved security conditions, favourable exchange rates and the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum, the sector had been expecting to welcome about 21 million visitors in 2026, up from 19 million the previous year. Now, those expectations face growing uncertainty.

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