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Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt | Dec 14, 2025

Her Excellency (H.E.) Minister Rania Al-Mashat Arrives in Tirana to Chair the Egyptian–Albanian Joint Committee for Economic Cooperation, Held for the First Time Since 1993

The convening of this session reflects the commitment of both countries’ leaderships to consolidate bilateral relations, especially following high-level official visits

“Al-Mashat: The Joint Committee Aims to Strengthen Economic, Trade, and Investment Cooperation Between the Two Countries and Expand Opportunities for Private Sector Partnerships” H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, arrived in the Albanian capital, Tirana, to chair the inaugural session of the Egyptian–Albanian Joint…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt | Dec 08, 2025

During the High-Level Forum on Universal Health Coverage held in Japan, with the participation of Egypt’s delegation headed by the Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation

During her participation in the forum, the Minister presented Egypt’s experience in the field of universal health insurance, noting that the health sector is one of the country’s foremost national priorities

Egypt has joined the Universal Health Coverage Knowledge Hub (UHC Hub), launched by the Government of Japan in cooperation with the World Bank Group and the World Health Organization. This innovative platform is designed to support national policymakers in low- and middle-income countries through capacity-building and knowledge-exchange programs. This announcement…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt | Dec 07, 2025

Dr. Rania Al-Mashat reviews Egypt’s efforts in implementing the first and second phases of the Universal Health Insurance System

The Minister reviewed the Egyptian experience, noting that the health sector is one of the State’s essential national priorities, not only as part of the social protection system but also as a fundamental pillar for achieving comprehensive development

H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, participated in the 2025 High-Level Forum on Universal Health Coverage, as head of the Egyptian delegation, which included Dr. Ahmed El-Sobky, Chairman of the Healthcare Authority, and Ms. Mai Farid, Executive Director of the General Authority for Universal…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt | Dec 06, 2025

Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation meets with the International Monetary Fund Mission to present developments in economic and structural reforms and the growth model under “Egypt’s Narrative for Economic Development”

The reforms implemented by the ministry to facilitate resilience and flexibility were also presented, which include adding two new projects to the “NWFE” Program to enhance the transition toward renewable energy

H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, received the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Mission visiting Egypt within the framework of the implementation of the 5th and 6th reviews of the Economic Reform Program. The meeting included a presentation on the most prominent developments in economic…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt | Nov 30, 2025

Egypt - Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation in a Meeting with Ambassadors of 7 African Countries: His Excellency (H.E.) President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi Regularly Emphasizes Boosting Cooperation and Integration with the Continent's Countries to Create a Joint Economic Future

The meeting discussed efforts to achieve development in the continent and the joint relations between Egypt and sisterly and friendly countries to face the challenges confronting African nations

Joint African Action is the Only Way to Face Challenges and Conflicts and Build a Development Model Based on the Exchange of Expertise The Egyptian Private Sector Plays a Pivotal Role in Infrastructure Development in Many Countries... We are Open to Transferring Our Development Expertise and Experience Integration with African…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt | Nov 19, 2025

Egypt: Her Excellency (H.E.) Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation Holds Extensive Talks with Her German Counterpart During the Joint Governmental Negotiations in Berlin

The meeting included extensive discussions on all aspects of bilateral partnership in development cooperation, as well as economic, trade, and investment relations

H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat: The success of the Egyptian–German negotiations reflects the strength of economic relations between both countries. The Egypt–EU Strategic Partnership provides a broad framework for deeper cooperation with European nations. Egypt is discussing with Germany the expansion of the Debt Swap Program for Development and Climate Action.…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt | Nov 16, 2025

Egypt: "Nexus of Water, Food, and Energy (NWFE)" and the "Sharm El-Sheikh Guidebook" at the forefront of an International Roadmap to Scale Up Climate Investments

Türkiye, Bangladesh, and Brazil were inspired by the Egyptian model to build their national platforms, and the Ministry is working with other countries to transfer its expertise to initiate their platforms

The Independent High-Level Expert Group on Climate Finance (IHLEG) has included the country platform for the "NWFE" program and the "Sharm El-Sheikh Guidebook for Just Financing" in its recently issued report during the COP30 Climate Conference in Brazil. The report sets a roadmap to increase climate investments in developing countries…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt | Nov 10, 2025

H.E. the Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation Participates in Ministerial Opening Session of Egypt-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Trade and Investment Forum

H.E. Dr. Al-Mashat noted that the forum comes at a critical time amid rapid regional and global economic and geopolitical changes, requiring deeper strategic partnerships

H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat participated in the ministerial opening session of the Egypt-GCC Trade and Investment Forum, which focused on “Prospects for Trade and Investment Relations between the Arab Republic of Egypt and GCC Countries.” The session aimed to review the investment environment in Egypt and the GCC, highlight key…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt | Nov 06, 2025

Egypt: National Investment Bank Receives International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Certification in Quality of Financial Services

This comes within the framework of the Bank's continuous efforts for development and restructuring to maximize its role in achieving development and enhancing the efficiency of public investments

H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning and Economic Development and International Cooperation and Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the National Investment Bank (NIB), witnessed the NIB's celebration of receiving the International Quality Certificate (ISO 9001-2015) for the quality of financial services provided for national investments. This comes…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt | Nov 06, 2025

Egypt: H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat participates in a panel discussion on “Building Social Resilience for a Dignified Life for All”

The event is convened by the United Nations General Assembly in collaboration with the Government of Qatar and coordinated by the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA)

H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, participated in a session organized by Egypt’s Ministry of Social Solidarity as part of the Second World Summit for Social Development, held under the title: “From Copenhagen to Doha and Beyond: Building Social Resilience for Inclusive Social Development…

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