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In today\u2019s episode:<\/strong> Alcazar takes over Gabal El Zeit. MNT-Halan\u2019s new valuation. FinMin\u2019s new tax package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Morning Drive is your daily download of the essential headlines shaping Egypt. From business policy and finance to the latest in tech, all in under 10 minutes. Hosted by \u2018Synthetic Salma\u2019 \u2014 an AI-powered version of our own Executive Editor Salma El-Saeed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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