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Lara Gibson

Lara Gibson

Lara Gibson

Lara Gibson is a Cairo-based journalist closely following Egypt's economic and political developments.

Analysis: Cairo is seeking to play a mediator role for both ceasefire and hostage negotiations, but there is a looming humanitarian crisis unfolding at its border with Gaza.

11 October, 2023

In-depth: Egypt and Ethiopia hope to finalise an agreement within four months after a decade-long dispute over Africa's largest dam.

07 August, 2023

Analysis: As key voices in the Global South, both New Delhi and Cairo are diversifying their strategic ties beyond the Western bloc.

03 July, 2023

Analysis: A renewed relationship between the Eastern Mediterranean's two largest military powers is likely to shift geopolitical dynamics in the region and could resolve key deadlocked issues.

06 June, 2023

Analysis: The stability of its southern neighbour is of vital importance to Egypt's strategic and security interests.

24 April, 2023

In-depth: With the pound losing over half of its value in less than a year, young Egyptians are being forced to put their futures on hold.

24 January, 2023