President Hosni Mubarak is the first Egyptian and Arab president to reach the ripe old age of 80. The sprightly octogenarian is in resplendent health. His mood is upbeat as he charters the country's future. We wish him all the best in his endeavours and we know that with him on the helm, he shall lead the country out of its current economic malaise.

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