A natural way to unite
The Arab world has begun to connect economically, one gas molecule at a time, writes Nevine Khalil

A twist of fate
Contrary to expectations, business in the Suez Canal has thrived as a result of the war in Iraq. Niveen Wahish reports from Ismailia

Warming up for Cancun
Arab countries are seeking a more balanced international trade system. Dina Ezzat reports

Briefs
The $3 per share bid to buy the local cement producer Misr Beni Suef Cement (MBSC) by a consortium of both Egyptian and foreign investors has been withdrawn after...