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President Morsi: Some Encouraging First Steps

President Morsi: Some Encouraging First Steps

MANAR AMMAR, CGNEWS: The fear of a deeply divided Egypt is a real one but the first moves of the new President give grounds for cautious optimism

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Enough Conflict: Time for Egyptians and Saudis To Talk

Enough Conflict: Time for Egyptians and Saudis To Talk

MANAR AMMAR, CGNEWS: The recent flare-up between Saudi Arabia was inflamed by online activists. It’s time for cool heads to prevail.

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Education is key to creating ‘culture of peace’ in Egypt

Education is key to creating ‘culture of peace’ in Egypt

JOSEPH MAYTON, CGNEWS: Sectarian interpretation of the country’s history is a big problem in Egyptian education. An approach that recognises and celebrates the contribution of ‘the Other’ is long overdue.