In the Grips of the Army: The Egyptian Economy

... civilian population. The Armed Forces Land Projects Organization oversaw the sale and development of land held by the army, including the issuance of mining permits. When the President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi came to power in 2014, the influence of the army on the economy grew further. In particular, the degree of military involvement in the agricultural sector increased. The army monopolized the production of steel and cement, became a leader in the fishing industry, expanded its involvement in hotel management,...