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GAFI considers new public free zones to attract more FDI

The General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) is currently studying the establishment of new public free zones, in addition to the nine existing ones.

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IOCs pledge $19B investments in Egypt’s petroleum sector over 3 years: Madbouly

International oil companies (IOCs) are committed to pumping investments exceeding $19 billion into Egypt’s petroleum sector under three-year executive programs announced by these firms, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly stated.

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IP System in Transition: Egypt’s Trademark Paradox

The 2025 Egyptian trademark landscape illustrates both the challenges of a developing intellectual property (IP) regime and the persistence of local entrepreneurial interest.

Updated 4/30/2026 11:41:00 AM
From Inflows to Innovation: Egypt’s Next FDI Test

Egypt has attracted billions of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the energy, real estate, and telecommunications sectors over the last 10 years as it has positioned itself as a competitive investment destination.

Updated 3/29/2026 12:54:00 PM
GAFI hosts Egyptian-Algerian Technical Committee for Investment Cooperation

The General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) hosted the first meeting of the Egyptian-Algerian Technical Committee for Investment Cooperation.

Updated 11/25/2025 10:51:00 AM
Alam El-Roum: Turning Egypt’s North Coast into a Magnet for FDI

Egypt's path to economic resilience is strategically mapped along its Mediterranean coastline. In recent years, the government has launched a robust reform agenda aimed at attracting robust foreign direct investment (FDI) into high-value sectors, such as real estate, tourism, and infrastructure. This drive is not merely about attracting capital, it is about establishing new, integrated urban centers that diversify the economy and secure sustainable foreign currency inflows.

Updated 11/13/2025 12:22:00 PM
A New Chapter for Egypt’s Economy: The GEM Redefines Investment Opportunities

With the GEM’s doors open, the government’s formidable goal of attracting 30 million tourists annually by 2028 is shifting from ambition to active pursuit. The multi-billion-Egyptian-pound museum is Egypt’s new reality and a clear signal to investors that the time to engage with it is now.

Updated 10/30/2025 12:47:00 PM
Egypt’s construction sector sees 20% surge in new companies in 2024: Heiba

Hossam Heiba, CEO of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI), highlighted that the number of new companies established in the construction sector increased by 20% to 2,856 in 2024 from 2,375 in 2023

Updated 9/16/2025 1:33:00 AM
IMF projects $3B in USD Inflows from Egypt’s asset sales during FY2025/26

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) expected that Egyptian authorities would attract nearly $3 billion in dollar inflows from asset sales during the current fiscal year (FY) 2025/2026.

Updated 7/16/2025 8:17:00 AM
Egypt ranks 9th in 2024 global FDI attractiveness: UNCTAD

Egypt has secured the ninth spot globally among the most attractive destinations for foreign direct investment (FDI) in 2024, with inflows reaching $47 billion, up from $10 billion in 2023, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development's (UNCTAD) World Investment Report 2024.

Updated 6/19/2025 2:51:00 AM
Egypt’s BoP registers deficit of $502.6M in H1 FY2024/25

Egypt’s balance of payment (BoP) recorded an overall deficit of $502.6 million in the first half (H1) of fiscal year (FY) 2024/2025, compared to $409.6 million in H1 of FY 2023/24

Updated 5/6/2025 5:46:00 AM
French investments in Egypt surpass $7B: GAFI’s CEO

The French investments in Egypt exceeded $7 billion and created more than 50,000 job opportunities

Updated 4/7/2025 12:27:00 PM
El-Khatib outlines Egypt’s plans to enhance business environment, FDIs

Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan El-Khatib has reviewed Egypt’s plans to improve the business environment, reinforce trade, and attract more foreign direct investments (FDI).

Updated 3/10/2025 12:03:00 PM
Egypt VC Summit’s 3rd edition kicks off in February

The third edition of the Egypt VC Summit is set to take place from February 4th to 5th at the Sofit Downtown Nile Hotel.

Updated 1/30/2025 10:12:00 AM
El-Khatib highlights Egypt’s economic developments at Davos Forum

Egypt’s Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan El-Khatib highlighted the state’s economic developments in an interview with CNBC on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos.

Updated 1/23/2025 1:49:00 AM
GAFI launches 6 new free zones: Heiba

The General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) has launched six new free zones to attract foreign investments.

Updated 11/14/2024 3:14:00 AM
Egypt seeks to draw in over $2B FDI from EU in 2024

Egypt is planning to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) of over $2 billion from the European Union (EU) countries for new industrial projects this year.

Updated 8/13/2024 7:37:00 AM