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Egypt Secures $7.5bn in Qatari Investments for Economic Growth

Egypt Secures $7.5bn in Qatari Investments for Economic Growth
Tuesday, 15 April 2025 18:59
  • Egypt and Qatar commit to a $7.5 billion investment partnership.
  • The agreement was made during Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi’s visit to Qatar.
  • The two countries aim to enhance economic cooperation and foster sustainable growth.

Yesterday, Egypt and Qatar announced a plan for Qatari direct investments worth $7.5 billion in Egypt. This initiative is part of their ongoing efforts to deepen their economic partnership and promote mutual development.

The commitment came during the visit of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sissi to Qatar, where he met with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani. The statement, released by the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs, did not specify which sectors would receive the investments. However, both leaders emphasized their shared goal to enhance investment flows and economic exchanges. This reflects the political will of both nations and aiming to foster sustainable economic growth that would benefit their peoples.

Egypt, as one of Africa’s top destinations for foreign direct investment (FDI), is actively working to attract more investments, both domestic and international, to support its economic development. The country’s efforts were highlighted in 2024 when Egypt became the top recipient of FDI in Africa, largely due to the Ras El-Hekma mega-project. This ambitious project is transforming the Ras El-Hekma peninsula into a premier tourist destination, financial center, and free trade zone, with world-class infrastructure drawing significant foreign capital.

To support its investment goals, Egypt has implemented several reforms, including stabilizing its foreign exchange rates, supporting the private sector, and improving the overall investment climate. These measures are designed to attract more investors and help boost the country’s economic growth.

At the same time, Qatar has been expanding its presence in Africa by increasing its cooperation with various countries on the continent. In early April, Qatar signed an agreement with Algeria to strengthen their collaboration in air transport services. It also signed a trade agreement with Côte d'Ivoire in January 2025. Moreover, Qatar has played a role in mediating between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda to help resolve the ongoing conflict in eastern DRC.

The bilateral relationship between Qatar and Egypt continues to evolve, marked by strong political, economic, and diplomatic cooperation. The two countries have maintained solid ties, bolstered by official visits and agreements in various sectors such as infrastructure, energy, and tourism. In 2023, trade between Qatar and Egypt reached $71.41 million, according to the International Trade Center (ITC).

Lydie Mobio (intern)

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