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Al-Ahram Weekly 28 Jan. - 3 Feb. 1999 Issue No. 414 |
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| Published in Cairo by AL-AHRAM established in 1875 |
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Egypt Region International Focus Economy Opinion Culture Features Living Travel Sports People Time Out Chronicles Cartoons Letters Prince Abdullah
By George Bahgory
Crown Prince Abdullah is a study in optimism and good cheer. The throne of the Hashemite Kingdom awaits him now: his eyes, as he contemplates this happy turn of events, are clear and full of hope. The crown, however, could easily become the sword of Damocles and, if the prince's features are still a little bland, it is because he has not yet experienced all the monarchy has to offer.