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EDITORIAL ARTEgypt sets 5.4% growth target for FY2026/27
Officials outlined a growth goal of 5.4% and planned investment of EGP 3.7 trillion for FY2026/27. These are targets, not reported outcomes.
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Egypt sets 5.4% growth target for FY2026/27
Officials outlined a growth goal of 5.4% and planned investment of EGP 3.7 trillion for FY2026/27. These are targets, not reported outcomes.
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