In The Field

In this week's instalment of IN THE FIELD, we look at the reasons for the love affair between Egyptian leader General Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Donald Trump, particularly in light of the 'Muslim ban' – touted by the new US president-elect during his campaign – that would effect tens of thousands of Egyptians. Farid Farid, a stringer based in Cairo, speculates that Trump's popularity not just with Sisi but on the Egyptian street is due to the similarities between their strongman political style. We also speak to Nehal ElSherif, an Egyptian journalist who has reported from Cairo since 2011. She discusses perceptions of the media in Egypt and how it has changed in the years since the revolution. IN THE FIELD is produced by Orlando Crowcroft and Alfred Joyner and edited by Sho Murakoshi.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.