Industrial Control Authority steps up oversight with over 1,000 factory inspections in Q1 2026
Egypt’s Industrial Control Authority (ICA) significantly expanded its regulatory and inspection activities during the first quarter of 2026, according to its latest performance report submitted to Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem. The report highlights the government’s continued efforts to strengthen
TMG overhauls Egypt’s industrial blueprint to break import dependency
High above the manicured streets of Madinaty’s B8 district, the silent hum of a new elevator marks more than just a mechanical ascent for Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG), the country’s largest listed developer. It represents the first physical output of
Khaled Hashem appointed Egypt’s Minister of Industry, Trade
Egypt has announced a cabinet reshuffle that includes the appointment of Khaled Hashem as Minister of Industry and Trade, succeeding Kamel Al-Wazir. The move is widely seen as part of the government’s push to accelerate industrial development, boost exports, and
Egypt, India discuss March trade mission to expand industrial exports
The Egyptian-Indian Business Council held an expanded meeting marking a new phase in economic relations between Egypt and India, shifting the focus from traditional trade exchange towards joint manufacturing, technology localisation, and deeper industrial partnerships, particularly in the chemicals and
Egypt launches new incentives to support distressed industrial projects
The Ministry of Industry has announced a new package of grace periods and incentives aimed at supporting distressed industrial projects that have exceeded their approved implementation timelines, as part of the government’s efforts to accelerate production, protect manufacturers, and maximise
Egypt, US explore expanded cooperation in transport, industry
Egypt’s Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, Kamel Al-Wazir, held talks with U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau on ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the transport and industrial sectors. During the meeting,
Polaris Parks expands footprint in Sadat City with 1.1 million sqm land acquisition
Polaris Parks for Industrial Development, a leading developer of industrial parks in Egypt, has announced the acquisition of a new 1.1 million square metre land plot in a strategic location in Sadat City. The expansion is expected to attract direct
Opinion | The Strategic Evolution of Egypt’s Personal-Care Manufacturing
After more than two decades leading manufacturing and consumer-goods operations across international markets, my outlook on Egypt’s personal-care sector remains resolutely optimistic. We are witnessing a fundamental shift where the industry is no longer defined by cost efficiency alone. Instead,
Egypt promotes private sector partnership to accelerate textile, garment industry development
Egypt’s Minister of Public Enterprises Sector, Mohamed El-Shimy, held a meeting with representatives from the Ready-Made Garments and Home Textiles Chamber, the Textile Industries Chamber, and the Apparel Export Council to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation with companies affiliated to
Finance Minister targets higher spending on industry, exports and human development
Ahmed Kouchouk, Minister of Finance, said the Egyptian economy is showing signs of improvement, affirming the ministry’s commitment to continuing fiscal facilitations without imposing additional burdens on investors or citizens. He stressed that fiscal policy will remain balanced and comprehensive,