Egypt

The state is locked in a downward spiral of violence with jihadist militants in the long-running Sinai insurgency

While Egypt has a much stronger security service than Tunisia, it still faces a significant terrorism threat

The Sisi government has created the conditions for a return of investor interests -- but vulnerabilities remain.

Despite Egypt's public stance, its relations with Israel are strong

Saudi's overtures to Eritrea seek to bolster its Yemen campaign, but threaten to upset relations in the Horn of Africa

Security forces confront twin threats of disaffected mainstream Islamists in the mainland and radical jihadists in Sinai

While foreign investment levels have risen significantly over the past year, the economy remains dependent on Gulf aid

Sisi's platform of stability and improved economic management has led to Egypt's return to the international bond market