Egypt Economic Forum: WEF Meeting with President El-Sisi

The World Economic Forum will convene senior government and business leaders in the New Capital, Cairo on 16–17 November 2026 for a Country Strategy Meeting.
A special dialogue with President El-Sisi will set out Egypt’s economic outlook, strategic priorities and ongoing economic modernisation programme.
Egypt’s strategic position at the crossroads of Africa, the Middle East and the Mediterranean will be central to discussions on trade, logistics, energy and investment-led growth.
Learn more about the meeting here.

New Capital, Cairo, Egypt, 9 November 2026 – The World Economic Forum will host a Country Strategy Meeting on Egypt on 16–17 November 2026 in Cairo. Held in collaboration with the Government of Egypt, and under the patronage of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, the meeting will bring together top business leaders with senior government representatives to engage on Egypt’s strategic priorities and long-term economic outlook amid a shifting international landscape.

As a strategic hub linking Africa, the Middle East and the Mediterranean, Egypt is strengthening its unique position as a key nexus for global trade, logistics and energy flows. Egypt’s large domestic market, young population and growing industrial base, supported by ambitious reforms focused on private-sector-led, export-oriented and human-capital-driven growth, give the country significant economic potential, with annual growth already expected to remain above 4% through 2031. These dynamics make Egypt an important venue for dialogue between government and business leaders at a time of significant international change and shared challenges.

“Egypt has all the foundations needed to unlock vast economic potential: a large domestic market, a strategic geographic position and a growing industrial base,” said Alois Zwinggi, President and CEO, World Economic Forum. “The Country Strategy Meeting will bring government and business leaders together to identify how closer collaboration can drive competitiveness, create new opportunities and support sustainable growth in Egypt and beyond.”

"Egypt’s economy is gaining momentum, with GDP growth reaching 5.3% in the first half of the fiscal year 2025/26, alongside easing inflation, stronger foreign exchange reserves, and renewed private investment. Prudent economic reforms have strengthened resilience, macroeconomic stability, and improved the investment climate despite regional turbulence. The WEF’s Country Strategy Meeting offers a timely platform to build on this progress, connect global business leaders with Egypt’s opportunities in infrastructure, energy, transport and logistics, and advance private sector-led, sustainable growth,” said Dr. Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation, and Egyptian Expatriates.

The programme will feature a Special Dialogue with H.E. Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of Egypt, offering global CEOs and Chairs an opportunity to engage on Egypt’s strategic priorities and long-term economic outlook. High-level discussions with senior cabinet members will address macroeconomic stability, investment climate reforms and opportunities across key sectors.

With the meeting taking place at a time of profound shifts to the global economy, the event will provide a unique opportunity for top business leaders to discuss Egypt’s growing strategic importance and economic potential directly with the country’s leadership. Select senior representatives from the Forum’s partner community will co-chair the meeting.

“Egypt is a key market for the EBRD and a strong example of what can be achieved when ambitious reform is matched by private-sector investment,” said Odile Renaud-Basso, President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. “Our priority is to help unlock that investment to strengthen competitiveness, accelerate the green transition and build greater economic resilience. From renewable energy and a stronger electricity grid to sustainable infrastructure and private-sector growth, we will continue working with Egypt to turn its considerable potential into sustainable investment, jobs and opportunity.”

“Egypt is one of Africa’s largest economies, with exceptionally talented and skilled people and globally competitive investment opportunities, "said Dr Patrice Motsepe, Founder and Chairman, African Rainbow Minerals.

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WEF to Convene Meeting with President El-Sisi and Top Business Leaders in Egypt