Fahmy Howeidy, a prominent Egyptian columnist, says it is not clear how long or how inclusive the new border opening will be.
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While this is an important move given Gaza's effective fusion into Sinai with the borderopening, it does not address the looming threat from Egypt itself.
The Chinese reciprocated by openingborder trade on the Nathu La pass after 40 years - a move many in India saw as recognition of Indian control over Sikkim.