develop and implement the railway sector restructuring policy and reorganise the administration to separate regulatory responsibilities from operational interests, — improve efficiency of rail freight transport services which might eventually lead the Egyptian rail system to be utilised as a gateway to Africa, — develop intermodality and multi-modal services, address issues of interoperability. Regional element — Explore the benefits of regional cooperation in order to improve the safety, speed and effectiveness (interoperability) of rail services. Implement selected measures and reforms in the maritime and inland water transport sectors — Develop and implement the existing comprehensive national maritime policy aiming at promoting and developing the maritime industry increasing its competitiveness and promoting the participation of private sector in all aspects of maritime industry, including ports and port activities; strengthen maritime safety and develop the fleet; continue to implement the relevant international conventions; and when possible approximate standards, —