Tony Blair speaks on Egypt's post Revolution

The transcript discusses the economic challenges in Egypt, highlighting the impact of rising food and oil prices on the population, with 40% living on $2 a day or less. It also addresses the emerging middle class's struggles due to recent instability, predicting a slowdown in economic growth and difficulties in the tourism sector. The need for economic reform and liberalization is emphasized, despite potential challenges.

What is one of the main economic pressures faced by the Egyptian population?

• Increasing foreign investments

• Stable economic growth

• Rising food and oil prices

• Decreasing population

What percentage of Egyptians live on $2.00 a day or less?

• 30%

• 50%

• 20%

• 40%

What is a major concern for the emerging middle class in Egypt?

• High unemployment rates

• Inability to achieve potential due to instability

• Lack of access to education

• Poor healthcare facilities

What is one of the expected impacts on the Egyptian economy due to recent instability?

• Loss of economic growth

• Higher economic growth

• Improved industrial output

• Increased foreign tourism

What does the Egyptian economy need to overcome its current challenges?

• More government control

• Economic reform and liberalization

• Increased taxation

• Reduction in exports