Egypt's Need for Sharm el-Sheikh was Clear

Sharm el-Sheikh is a well-known holiday destination. On the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt, it is characterised by its year-round hot weather, long white sandy beaches, luxury hotels, and warm blue sea. However, with the recent tragedy of the Metrojet Flight 9268 crash, it is worth examining the importance of Sharm el-Sheikh’s position on the peninsula and within the Egyptian economy, as well, as how it can recover from this terrible event.

The cause of the crash is still unconfirmed. The Egyptian-led international investigation team has announced that it is too soon to jump to conclusions amid high speculation that the crash was a result of a terrorist attack.

Security fears expressed by the international community as well as past events such as the 2011 revolution, which saw a dramatic decline in Sharm el-Sheikh’s popularity, have led to worries that the crash could have a severe impact on Egypt’s tourism. It has even spawned social media campaigns such as #COME_To_Egypt to try to improve the country’s image.