Egypt’s subsidy cuts a good first step but still more to be done

The package of energy subsidy cuts unveiled by the Egyptian government over the weekend is a positive first step towards tackling the country’s gaping budget deficit. Further reforms will be needed to put the public finances onto a more sustainable footing. But it is at least encouraging that the new government has acted early and boldly, which bodes well for the prospect of additional reforms.

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