Mohamed Al-Fayed: Egyptian tycoon who craved 'Establishment' approval

Hotels, yachts and a football club were bought with ease but he never acquired the recognition he craved.

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Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad (L) laughs with Harrod's proprietor Al-Fayed (R), April 1, 1998, during a news briefing at the London store, where the two signed a trade agreement. AFP
By NewVision Reporter
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Few things were beyond the reach of billionaire Egyptian tycoon Mohamed Al-Fayed who has died at the age of 94.

Hotels, yachts and a football club were bought with

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