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15 - 21 March 2001
Issue No.525
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Cartoon In 1955, journalist Ali Amin suggested that Mother's Day be celebrated every year in Egypt and, while filial obedience and close family ties are important here all year round, 21 March has offered an annual opportunity for celebration or reflection since then. Artist Gamil Shafik marks the day with a tender portrait of mother and child

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