The specific date for IMF mission chief to Egypt Chris Jarvis’ visit to Cairo is not yet clear. We know it is scheduled for the end of February and will review and assess progress with the economic reform program. According to the fund’s schedule, the USD 1.25 bn second tranche of the USD 12 bn loan should be disbursed by 15 March, contingent on the results of the first review.

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