The accelerated election schedule sparks debate about the country’s political and economic stability.
Reports in the West have sought to portray Riyadh as potentially reducing investment in Egypt. However, it appears Egypt-Saudi ties are as strong as ever.
Construction by Russia's state-owned energy corporation Rosatom of Egypt's first nuclear plant at El Dabaa is expected to take until at least 2030.
US officials say the United States can only take limited steps against allies on rights issues if it wants to avoid rival powers gaining influence.