Egyptian PM: State appreciates private sector for providing job ops

Prime Minister Sherif Ismail said Sunday the state appreciates efforts of the private sector for opening new businesses employing more youths.

This came during a meeting Ismail had with Egyptian Junior Business Association (EJB) Chairman Ahmed Mashhour and a number of board members.

Cabinet spokesman Hossam Qawish said the EJB invited the premier to attend the opening ceremony of a conference held in Sharm El Sheikh under the "Egypt is Working" to launch a new initiative under "Work".

The conference will be held on December 17 and 18 under the auspices of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi.

The conference will be a good opportunity for all parties concerned about employment topped by ministries, trade unions, and investors.