Economic reform in Egypt… international partnerships that enhance competitiveness and support sustainable growth

In a global context characterized by accelerating economic transformations and increasing pressures on emerging economies, the importance of economic reform in Egypt is highlighted as one of the strategic paths aimed at achieving stability and enhancing the ability to adapt to international changes.

Accordingly, the path of economic reform extends to include openness to international experiences, and benefiting from accumulated experience in managing complex economic transformations. Hence, the value of international partnerships increases as they support evidence-based policy making and enhance the efficiency of institutional performance, ensuring more sustainable and comprehensive growth.

From hereThe Earth Guards Foundationsheds light on the most prominent aspects of this path, which is the high-level conference to conclude the first phase of the country program between Egypt and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development; So keep reading.

Strengthening international partnerships

In this context, the New Administrative Capital witnessed the holding of a high-level conference to conclude the first phase of the country program between Egypt and theOrganization for Economic Cooperation and Development, with wide participation of ministers, senior officials and representatives of international institutions.

The country program – which lasted for about five years – represented an integrated platform for exchanging experiences and applying international best practices, which contributed to supporting evidence-based decision-making and improving the legislative and regulatory environment, which strengthened investors’ confidence in the Egyptian economy.

The program outcomes showed that economic reform in Egypt included deep structural reforms aimed at enhancing productivity, stimulating innovation, and supporting digital transformation. These efforts included the implementation of about 35 projects in vital areas, including financial inclusion, entrepreneurship, governance, and sustainable development.

These reforms also contributed to strengthening the role of the private sector as the main engine of growth. Government policies focus on creating an attractive business environment and expanding the local and foreign investment base, creating sustainable job opportunities and improving living standards.

Economic reform in Egypt supports development

The course of economic reform in Egypt did not ignore the social dimension; Economic reforms were linked to efforts to promote social justice and empower the needy groups, which was clearly evident in the conference sessions that addressed issues of sustainable development and the efficiency of institutions.

In this context, the role of the Ministry of Social Solidarity, led by Dr. Maya Morsi, has emerged in supporting social protection policies, in a way that enhances the balance between economic growth and social justice, and ensures a more equitable distribution of development returns.

Openness to the global economy

One of the most prominent results of the country program was to enhance Egypt’s integration into the global economic system, through increasing its participation in OECD committees and platforms, which provided broader opportunities for exchanging experiences and formulating international policies.

Egypt’s assumption of the co-chairmanship of the organization’s initiative in the Middle East and North Africa region for governance and competitiveness during the period (2026-2030) also reflects the growth of its regional role and its ability to transfer its reform experience to a broader scope, in a way that supports regional economic integration.

The future of economic reform in Egypt

With the transition to the second phase of the country programme, the country is moving towards adopting a more focused approach on achieving tangible results, by deepening structural reforms, strengthening governance, and expanding the scope of the green and digital transformation.

This approach confirms that economic reform in Egypt is an ongoing process, and not a temporary phase, as it depends on institutional coordination and international partnerships, to ensure sustainable growth and achieve long-term economic and social impact.

Investment is a top priority

In the context of completing the economic reform process in Egypt, the words of the officials came during the closing conference of the country program with the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, to confirm that the country is continuing to deepen structural reforms and enhance the competitiveness of the economy.

Therefore, Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, “Prime Minister,” affirmed in his speech that the Egyptian state continues to build a more competitive and attractive business environment for local and foreign investment, stressing that the government is committed to continuing the path of economic reform and strengthening international partnerships.

Then Dr. Mostafa Madbouly explained that the country program with the organization represented an effective tool to support policy-making, through developing legislative frameworks and improving the investment environment, in addition to supporting the transition towards a more sustainable and inclusive economy.

He also pointed out that the private sector represents the main pillar of growth during the next stage, as it is the main driver of job creation, stressing that the Egyptian citizen will remain the focus of these efforts and the primary beneficiary of the reform proceeds.

Repair is a continuous process

For his part, Dr. Hussein Issa, “Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs,” stressed that economic reform is a continuous and interactive process that requires permanent coordination and strong partnerships, noting that the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development remains a strategic partner in supporting the next generation of reforms, especially with regard to improving the business environment and enhancing Egypt’s integration into the global economy.

Dr. Hussein Issa also added that what was achieved during the first phase of the program in the areas of governance, competitiveness and sustainability contributed to supporting macroeconomic stability and enhancing its flexibility, as well as building an economy more capable of adapting to international challenges. Pointing out that Egypt’s joint presidency of the organization’s initiative in the Middle East and North Africa during the period (2026-2030) reflects international confidence in the Egyptian experience and supports its transfer regionally.

In light of this gradual path, you findThe Earth Guards Foundationthat Egyptian economic reform is based on a comprehensive reformulation of the logic of managing the economy itself, where institutional dimensions overlap with social considerations, and the relationship between the state and the market is restructured on more balanced and efficient foundations.

Thus, the Egyptian economic reform is crystallizing to be an interactive, multi-pillar process, which puts the state before a real test to maintain the reform momentum and transform it into a development model capable of resilience, replicability, and inspiration in its regional surroundings.