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Egypt shifts towards technology-intensive manufacturing
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Egypt’s industry and manufacturing sector, which accounts for around 15% of total GDP, plays a prominent role in the country’s economic development agenda, which emphasises innovation, sustainability and enhanced ties with the African continent. Indeed, scaling up investment in manufacturing is a policy priority as the country accelerates industrialisation and shifts from low-value-added to high-value-added,…

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The Report: Egypt 2022: Industry & Retail
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Egypt has made some progress in improving industrial development, but the government is working to focus on specialisation in certain segments – particularly textiles and pharmaceuticals. Indeed, scaling up investment in manufacturing is a policy priority, as the country’s value-added growth in this sector has been sluggish compared to other emerging economies. Namely, the country aims to accelerate…

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The Report: Egypt 2022: Energy & Utilities
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Egypt has turned its oil and gas industry around in the years since 2015: heavy investment in this industry now places Egypt in an advantageous position to capitalise on the resurgence of global travel and economic activity. The opening of new transport routes for hydrocarbons will help the country become a global energy centre connecting Europe, MENA and Asia. In addition to redeveloping its oil and…

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Can West Africa lead the way in creating a more sustainable textiles industry?

– Textile and fashion is the world’s second-largest industrial polluter, behind oil and gas – Concerted efforts are being made to create more sustainable business models – Two solar-powered, sustainable textile plants under construction in Togo and Benin – Increased cotton processing could mean value-added textile earnings stay in West Africa With textiles and fashion expected to…

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Boosting industrial exports: the key to Egypt’s Covid-19 recovery?

– Egypt is at the heart of many global supply chains – The industrial sector has the potential to its drive Covid-19 recovery – Various initiatives will increase private sector investment – Major infrastructure projects are set to expand exports With the effects of Covid-19 still being felt in Egypt, industrial exports are shaping up to bea key driver of the country’s economic…

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EDEX 2021

The 2nd edition of Egypt Defence Expo (EDEX), taking place 29 November – 2 December 2021. The award-winning show presents a unique opportunity for exhibitors to showcase the latest technology, equipment and systems across land, sea, and air. EDEX is the only tri-service defence exhibition in North Africa and is fully supported by Egyptian Armed Forces.…

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How Egypt's supermarkets are attracting customers
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After the 2016 currency devaluation and IMF-backed economic reforms that led to an increase in the prices of necessities such as fuel, electricity and basic foods, Egyptian consumers began to rationalise their spending habits. Many began to opt for cheaper brands, or stopped purchases in certain categories altogether. Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs) and food retailers were particularly affected…

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Will China stay at the centre of global industry?
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The fact that the virus originated in China, the world’s major manufacturing centre, led to disruptions in global supply chains of basic goods, and gave rise to speculation that some companies would seek alternative production bases. Indeed, international reaction was swift, with representatives of three of the world’s four largest economies publicly encouraging companies to shift their…

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How will investment in textiles increase Egypt's exports?
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In comparison to many other industrial subsectors in Egypt that rely heavily on imported inputs, which grew more costly following the 2016 currency devaluation, the garment segment is able to use locally sourced materials. Foreign investors are attracted to the production base’s relatively affordable labour, lower electricity and water costs, and attractive location with proximity to key…

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Will foreign investment strengthen Egypt's industrial sector?
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Industry is front and centre of Egypt’s economic growth and diversification policies. The government aims to increase high-technology exports in this sector, as well as increase the value added by manufacturing as a percent of GDP. Several factors make industry attractive to foreign investors, including the country’s location between key markets in Africa, Europe and Asia; relatively low-cost…

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