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Egypt

Egypt: Background and U.S. Relations

Posted Wed, 09/02/2009 - 00:00

This report provides an overview of U.S.-Egyptian diplomatic relations, Egyptian politics, and U.S. foreign aid to Egypt. It also includes a political history of modern Egypt. U.S. policy toward Egypt is aimed at maintaining regional stability, improving bilateral relations, continuing military cooperation, and sustaining the March 1979 Egyptian-Israeli peace treaty. Successive Administrations have long viewed Egypt as a moderating influence in the Middle East. At the same time, in recent years, there have been increasing U.S. calls for Egypt to democratize.

Foreign Aid: An Introduction to U.S. Programs and Policy

Posted Wed, 06/03/2009 - 00:00

Foreign assistance is a fundamental component of the international affairs budget and is viewed
by many as an essential instrument of U.S. foreign policy. The focus of U.S. foreign aid policy
has been transformed since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. This report provides an
overview of the U.S. foreign aid program, by answering frequently asked questions on the
subject.
There are five major categories of foreign assistance: bilateral development aid, economic
assistance supporting U.S.