Roundup: Egypt introduces tourism incentives to ease losses from Russia-Ukraine crisis

CAIRO, April 7 (Xinhua) -- Egypt has introduced a package of incentives to attract more tourists to ease the losses caused by the Russia-Ukraine crisis, as according to official statistics, one-third of Egypt's inbound visitors come from the two countries.

"Egypt has taken swift and positive steps to stimulate the tourism sector, which plays a significant role in the country's economy," said Basem Halaqah, chairman of the Egyptian Tourism Syndicate.