7 h. ago Finance Minister urges innovative financing to support developing economies

Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk emphasized the need to provide essential developmental financing to boost the ability of developing and African countries to achieve their economic goals. In a meeting with a delegation from Standard Chartered Bank, on the sidelines of the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings in Washington, the minister stressed the importance of … The post Finance Minister urges innovative financing to support developing economies appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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22 h. ago Egypt’s budget deficit narrows to 5.1% of GDP over eight months: Finance Ministry

Egypt’s budget deficit narrows to 5.1% of GDP over eight months: Finance Ministry  Dailynewsegypt

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29 h. ago Finance Minister: Egypt open to exploring innovative financing tools

Egypt is open to leveraging international expertise to explore innovative financing tools aimed at reducing debt levels and servicing costs, Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk said on Sunday 27/4/2025. During his meeting with Executive Vice President of the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) Hiroshi Matano on the sidelines of the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings … The post Finance Minister: Egypt open to exploring innovative financing tools appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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47 h. ago Real estate developers urge financial support, regulatory reforms, and global promotion to drive growth

Real estate developers urge financial support, regulatory reforms, and global promotion to drive growth  Dailynewsegypt

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56 h. ago Minister: State keen to achieve economic growth based on investments, industry localization

The state intends to achieve strategic transition for making economic growth through stimulating investments and localizing industry, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, Rania Al-Mashat, said. The minister, who is also Egypt’s Governor at the World Bank Group, made her remarks on Saturday 26/4/2025 to comment on the group’s recently-issued report that expects … The post Minister: State keen to achieve economic growth based on investments, industry localization appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Economics

3 d. ago Minister: Employment rates, youth skill development among Africa’s biggest challenges

Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation and Egypt’s Governor at the World Bank Group (WBG) Rania al-Mashat said employment rates and the development of youth’s skills are among the biggest challenges facing the African continent. The minister called on the World Bank to boost its employment agenda by facilitating development across Africa and … The post Minister: Employment rates, youth skill development among Africa’s biggest challenges appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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3 d. ago Mashat in talks with EU over timeline of completing procedures related to 2nd phase of MFA program

Rania al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation and Egypt’s Governor at the World Bank, held a meeting with Elena Flores, Director General for Economic and Financial Affairs at the European Commission, in the presence of Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk. The meeting addressed the timeline for completing procedures related to the second phase … The post Mashat in talks with EU over timeline of completing procedures related to 2nd phase of MFA program appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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9 d. ago Egypt: Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Holds an Expanded Meeting with Ministry Leaders to Follow Up on Workflow and Discuss Priorities for the Next Phase

Egypt: Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Holds an Expanded Meeting with Ministry Leaders to Follow Up on Workflow and Discuss Priorities for the Next Phase  ZAWYA

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1 week ago Egypt Welcomes European Commission’s Announcement of Multiannual Financial Program for Palestinian Recovery

Egypt welcomed the European Commission’s announcement of a Multiannual Comprehensive Support Program for Palestinian financial recovery and resilience worth €1.6 billion as it reflects the European Union (EU)’s support for the Palestinian Authority and the empowerment of Palestinian institutions and contributes to achieving aspirations of Palestinian people and meeting their legitimate needs in the Gaza … The post Egypt Welcomes European Commission’s Announcement of Multiannual Financial Program for Palestinian Recovery appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Events

2 w. ago Egypt: Industry Ministry activates 1st phase of $588mln financing initiative for key sectors

Egypt: Industry Ministry activates 1st phase of $588mln financing initiative for key sectors  ZAWYA

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2 w. ago Egypt plans to issue $2bln sukuk in 2025, finance minister to Reuters

Egypt plans to issue $2bln sukuk in 2025, finance minister to Reuters  ZAWYA

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2 w. ago Egypt plans to issue $2 billion sukuk in 2025, finance minister to Reuters

Egypt plans to issue $2 billion sukuk in 2025, finance minister to Reuters  Reuters

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3 w. ago France commits €4bn in financing to support Egypt’s public, private sectors

France commits €4bn in financing to support Egypt’s public, private sectors  Dailynewsegypt

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3 w. ago 9 tax exemptions introduced for businesses with annual revenues under EGP 20m: Finance Minister

9 tax exemptions introduced for businesses with annual revenues under EGP 20m: Finance Minister  Dailynewsegypt

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3 w. ago Egypt’s Finance Minister Unveils New Tax Incentives for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs

Egypt’s Finance Minister Unveils New Tax Incentives for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs  Egypt Today

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3 w. ago Finance Ministry highlights initiatives to stimulate economic activity

The Ministry of Finance outlined several initiatives to stimulate economic activity, empower the private sector and support productive industries in Egypt. In addition, the Ministry of Finance increased spending on social protection programs during the first half of the 2024/2025 fiscal year, according to its semi-annual economic and financial performance report. The post Finance Ministry highlights initiatives to stimulate economic activity appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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4 w. ago Egypt appreciates EP decision on 2nd tranche of EU's financial support package

Egypt appreciates EP decision on 2nd tranche of EU's financial support package  Egypt Today

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