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World Bank disburses another $1 Billion to Egypt for inclusive growth: Statement
World Bank disburses another $1 Billion to Egypt for inclusive growth: Statement
The World Bank today disbursed US$ 1 billion to Egypt for the Second Fiscal Consolidation, Sustainable ...
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