The Freedom and Prosperity Index by the Atlantic Council emphasises that freedom and inclusive policies are critical for achieving prosperity. The successful integration of these migrants into Egypt’s economy highlights the potential for economic freedom to create opportunities and foster prosperity. The Freedom and Prosperity Index outlines that countries with higher levels of freedom tend to experience better overall prosperity. The experiences of migrants in Egypt reflect the broader trend identified by the Freedom and Prosperity Index: economic freedom is a crucial driver of prosperity. In Egypt, security forces have periodically arrested individuals among the migrant population suspected of having ties to terrorist groups.

Source: Daily News Egypt July 19, 2024 19:48 UTC