Sisi also shed light on some urban development achievements, such as the New Alamein City and the establishment of 24 new cities, including the New Administrative Capital.

He said these projects had created many jobs for citizens nationwide, which helped in reducing the unemployment rate that ranges between 6.7 and 6.9 per cent.

As for the industrial sector, Sisi said the government has for almost a year been working with investors and the private sector to transfer certain industries into Egypt, which will contribute to boosting the country's dollar resources.

He noted that once these resources are available, the economic situation will be much better and the cost of living will go down.

Sisi also touched on other achievements in the education, healthcare, agriculture, manufacturing, as well as maritime and air transport sectors.

He underlined the importance of getting a complete picture about the current position of the state, its resources, and the prerequisites for its advancement and viability.

Warning about the grave danger of creating a rift between Egyptians, Sisi said those who want to bring any country down always try to instigate conflicts among its people and pit them against each other. (MORE)

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