Law experts committee to amend constitution within 10 days
By Marwa Al-A'asar CAIRO: A committee formed of a number of counselors, law professors and one lawyer will start meetings Wednesday to amend Egypt’s suspended constitution. The committee, led by…
Egyptians, rejoice: The giants are trembling
By Samir Farid The revolution of the Egyptian people, which began on January 25 and will not end until the entire system is overhauled from top to bottom, has shaken…
Three steps toward freedom in Egypt
By Jennifer Bremer Egypt has started down the road to truly momentous reform, but reformers will find that road blocked unless three barriers are removed, and soon. First, state approval…
Coalition of professionals, academics call for political and economic reforms
By Tamim Elyan CAIRO: More than 27 representatives of professional groups and university professors announced Tuesday the formation of a coalition to represent them in the current phase of democratic…
Coptic group criticizes Egypt constitution panel
By AFP CAIRO: A Coptic Christian rights group complained on Tuesday that a panel appointed by the Egyptian military to review the constitution includes the Muslim Brotherhood and under-represents Copts.…
Europe tackles Egypt asset freeze bid
BRUSSELS: EU ministers tackled an Egyptian request to freeze the assets of leading members of deposed president Hosni Mubarak's regime Tuesday, but stopped short of tough immediate action. "We discussed…
Coalition of the Youth of the Revolution to meet Armed Forces Council Wednesday
By Safaa Abdoun CAIRO: Ten representatives of youth movements that organized the protests in Egypt which started on Jan. 25 and toppled the regime 18 days later will meet with…
Denmark, Sweden ease Egypt travel recommendations
COPENHAGEN, February 15, 2011 (AFP) - The Danish foreign ministry on Tuesday eased its recommendations for travel to Egypt, telling its citizens it was safe to visit the tourist resorts…
Britain eases Egypt travel advice
LONDON: Britain eased its travel advice for Egypt on Tuesday, saying it was no longer warning its citizens to leave Cairo, Alexandria and Suez. While London still advises against all…
Dubai telco du at 15-mth high on lower royalty
DUBAI: Dubai's du hit a 15-month high on Tuesday after the telecoms operator said it would pay lower-than-expected royalty fees, potentially doubling its 2010 post-tax profits. Du will pay a…