Gov’t can improve the economy and the political scene by engaging citizens in the development process

The government should encourage civil society to participate in social and economic development if it hopes to boost positive political engagement and achieve economic growth, Sameh Fawzy says in a column penned for Al Shorouk. He says that many of Egypt’s problems would be resolved if citizens were given a chance to become active participants in daily political life and suggests that the government should adopt policies to promote civic engagement.