Egypt (off. Arab Republic of Egypt) - located in the northeastern part of Africa and southwestern Asia. Geographically, Egypt is located in North Africa, while part of the Egyptian territory, including the Sinai Peninsula, is located on the Asian continent.
Egypt is washed by the Mediterranean and Red Seas. Also, the country owns the largest artificially constructed canal - the Suez Canal. This is an artificial waterway connecting the Mediterranean and Red Seas, and passing through the territory of Egypt. This canal is of great geopolitical and economic importance, as it provides a short route for ships between the Atlantic and Indian Oceans.
The country borders Israel and the partially recognized state of Palestine, Sudan and Libya. The capital Cairo is the largest city in the Middle East. Egypt is a republic. The head of state is the president.
Climate. Egypt has a typical subtropical and desert climate characterized by hot, dry summers and mild winters. In summer the temperature can reach +50°C. Winters are comfortable, the temperature in January usually varies between 20-25°C, but the nights are cool, the temperature drops to 10°C, and frosts down to -5°C are possible in the deserts.
Number. At the beginning of 2023, the population was 107476864 people.
Language. The official language is Arabic. It is used in official documents, education, media, and government-level communication. However, in the tourism sector, English is widely spoken, as well as German and French.
Egypt is a historically and culturally rich country with a long history and legacy of ancient civilizations. The country's economy has its strengths and weaknesses. The main sectors include agriculture, industry, construction, tourism. Agriculture plays an important role, especially in the production of food, textiles and clothing. Industry includes the production of textiles, chemical products, agricultural machinery and other goods.
Tourism is one of the important sectors of the Egyptian economy. The country attracts tourists with its ancient monuments, Red Sea beaches and cultural attractions. The country is seeking to attract foreign investment, especially in the fields of energy and infrastructure. Egypt is an important player in the oil and gas industry in the Middle East. The government is taking steps to improve the investment climate and create a more attractive business environment. Weaknesses are high unemployment, income inequality, inflation.
In general, the Egyptian economy has a high potential and the government is taking steps to develop and improve the lives of the population.
The level of medicine and education in Egypt has its own characteristics and may vary depending on the region. Medicine exists both public and private. The public system provides health services to citizens free of charge, but it may face limited resources, infrastructure and quality of care. Private healthcare is considered better and faster, but it can be expensive and out of reach for many segments of the population.
Education in the country is an important area, but the literacy of the population is slightly above 70%. Education at primary and secondary levels is free, but the level varies greatly by region and school. Large cities have high-quality schools and universities, while rural areas lack access to quality education. The country has several prestigious universities, but the level of teaching and research remains lower than in other developed countries.
Egypt - a secular state, with a constitution and a judicial system, is quite safe for tourists, but all residents are advised to be careful and avoid disadvantaged areas.
Egypt is a beautiful country, with centuries-old cultural attractions. A rich country with a heritage of ancient civilizations attracts many people who want not only to come, but also to live permanently. The temples in Luxor, the Pyramids of Giza, the corals in the Red Sea, Egyptian culture with music, dance, folk arts, architecture and literature beckons all people who are interested in history.
But the country has room to move, and the main factor is to maintain a balance between the rich heritage and modern reality.
