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Located in Africa’s northeast corner and a hub of world trade since
ancient times, Egypt was described by the historian Herodotus as the “gift
of the Nile.” This rings as true today as it has through seventy centuries.
The River Nile, the world’s longest river at approximately 6,650 km, is
a vital source of irrigation, making the surrounding land rich and fertile. Along
the Nile flows a storied past, deep with the wonders of a lost civilization.
● A discussion on Egypt must include the
Pyramids, one of the world’s seven wonders. The Pyramids are still a matter
of debate; no one is sure how the Egyptians managed the complex organization of
labor and the physical movement of the large stone blocks. But, they are certainly
impressive!
● Just as the ancient
Egyptians displayed flair and originality in building the Pyramids, Egyptians
today are advancing greatly in a number of fields. Several Egyptians have won
the Nobel Prize, such as former President Anwar Sadat (Peace, 1978), Naguib Mahfouz
(Literature, 1988) and Professor Ahmed Zewail (Chemistry, 1999).
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Mitsubishi Corporation’s (MC) Cairo Liaison Office is involved in many different
fields, with rolling stock at the core. In 1987, Cairo became the first Middle
Eastern city to introduce a subway, bringing the inhabitants of one of the world’s
most congested cities a welcome relief.
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MC has supplied Light Rail Vehicles (LRVs) to Egyptian customers since the mid-60s,
and began in 1993 to supply cars for the new subway. Since then, MC has supplied
the Cairo Metro with 460 cars, which serve more than 2 million passengers daily
in a very comfortable and environment-friendly fashion. In addition, our Machinery
Department promotes overseas aid projects to supply farming equipment. Welcomed
by Egyptian farmers, this has helped develop the country’s agriculture. |
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