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This report focuses on the economic situation in Egypt following the 2011 revolution. It suggests that the economic situation has deteriorated significantly since 2011, partly due to political uncertainty. The report also looks at the negotiations between Egypt and the IMF for a loan and the concerns of the Egyptian authorities over the economic reforms that would be part of the deal. The authors argue that if Egypt ultimately fails to reach an agreement with the IMF, it could mean less US Egyptian cooperation on economic matters.