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Transport Minister Kamel El Wazir met yesterday with representatives from Siemens and Thales Spain to discuss potential investments in Egypt\u2019s railway projects, including the planned cargo and passenger line connecting Hurghada, Safaga, Qena, and Luxor, according to a ministry statement. 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