Egypt’s Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has instructed his government to prepare a comprehensive investment package specifically tailored for U.S. companies, signaling a renewed push to deepen bilateral economic cooperation between Cairo and Washington.
The directive came during a high-level inter-ministerial meeting held Sunday to assess and advance Egypt–U.S. economic relations, according to an official Cabinet statement. The meeting, attended by senior members of Egypt’s economic and foreign policy leadership, focused on enhancing foreign direct investment (FDI) and presenting a streamlined investment roadmap for American firms.
Strategic Sectors Open for U.S. Investment
The government plans to spotlight a targeted set of high-potential investment opportunities across key sectors where American companies have shown strong interest. These include:
- Ports and logistics infrastructure
- Maritime transport and shipping hubs
- Industrial zones and advanced manufacturing
Minister of Industry and Transport Kamel al-Wazir, who joined the meeting virtually, presented an overview of ongoing discussions with U.S. companies, particularly in port modernization and industrial development.
Minister of Planning and International Cooperation Dr. Rania Al-Mashat highlighted the broader framework of development cooperation with the United States, referencing initiatives supported by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). She also stressed the importance of aligning development financing with Egypt’s long-term economic vision.
A Whole-of-Government Approach to U.S. Investment
Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Aty and Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan El-Khatib also provided briefings on diplomatic and commercial engagements aimed at promoting American investment in Egypt. Their reports included progress on ongoing trade dialogues and bilateral economic forums, as well as outreach to U.S. multinational firms and investment funds.
At the conclusion of the meeting, Madbouly directed all relevant ministries and government bodies to coordinate closely on finalizing the investment package, ensuring that it reflects:
- Competitive incentives under Egypt’s new investment law
- Sector-specific opportunities matched to U.S. investor interests
- Regulatory transparency and facilitation mechanisms
The package will be presented in upcoming business forums, diplomatic meetings, and trade missions targeting American investors, with a focus on sectors aligned with Egypt’s Vision 2030 for economic transformation and sustainable development.
Cairo–Washington Economic Ties: A Renewed Focus
This initiative comes amid renewed momentum in Egypt–U.S. relations, as both countries seek to leverage economic diplomacy to support mutual strategic interests. The United States remains one of Egypt’s top trade partners, and American firms have shown increasing interest in Egypt’s energy, infrastructure, logistics, and technology sectors.
The upcoming investment portfolio is expected to not only highlight existing projects, but also greenfield opportunities in clean energy, digital transformation, logistics, and food security, areas prioritized by U.S. investors in recent development dialogues.
