By Mark Mix
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With its neighbors facing political and economic turmoil in the wake of the Arab Spring, Iraq could emerge as a business leader in the region, according to a panel of experts hosted by the World Bank.
Nevertheless, Mr. Biglari said, Egypt also has much to offer from an investment standpoint — a larger market than most countries in the region, and a greater familiarity for foreign investors, who already have established relationships with local accountants, lawyers, guides, for example.
"If you look at the MENA region as a whole, it has not received its fair share of investment," he explained. "New investors are probably sitting out the region for now. But as far as existing investors, they're staying put."