In 2008, Samih Sawiris, heir to a wealthy Egyptian dynasty, attracted Swiss investors to Orascom Development Holding, raising 688 million Swiss francs. However, the company's share price plummeted from 152 to nearly 4 francs by 2024, prompting plans for delisting and offering minority shareholders a mere 90 million francs, while Sawiris retains significant investments in Switzerland and beyond. Critics argue that his approach is exploitative, raising concerns about his potential Swiss citizenship.