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You likely don\u2019t need the reminder, but still: It\u2019s not just the state that\u2019s suspicious of the private sector\u2019s role in the economy. <\/strong>The government should set parameters for private sector participation in the development of Egypt\u2019s railways to ensure the service remains accessible and affordable, says Heba Raslan<\/a>. While opening up the country\u2019s railway development to the private sector is an appealing window for investment, it remains to be seen how the government and private players will find a middle ground between quality and affordability, which is often the biggest concern surrounding privatization, Raslan says.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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