Egypt's Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade has begun drafting its strategic plan for the 2026–2030 period, with the goal of attracting $60 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) and raising merchandise exports to $145 billion by 2030, in line with Egypt's Vision 2030. The strategy aims to achieve an annual FDI growth rate of 10 per cent and increase FDI's contribution to GDP to 3 per cent by the end of the plan period. The Central Administration for Strategic Planning has initiated consultations across the Ministry's departments and sectors to assess internal capabilities. This forms the basis for a comprehensive SWOT analysis to evaluate strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats ahead of setting strategic goals, implementation mechanisms, and performance monitoring tools. According to the Ministry, the plan will focus on expanding investment opportunities, diversifying the export base, and identifying priority sectors aligned with national development objectives. Emphasis will be placed on high-growth, resilient industries—particularly in manufacturing and sectors linked to technology transfer and production modernisation—that are less sensitive to global economic fluctuations. The strategy will also work to strengthen Egypt's trade relations with international, regional, and multilateral institutions, maximise the benefits of existing trade agreements, open new avenues for commercial cooperation, and protect the local economy from harmful trade practices. To achieve these targets, the Ministry will establish clearly defined objectives and time-bound interventions aligned with government priorities. The strategic plan will include a detailed operational matrix, outlining specific activities, measurable performance indicators, and a recurring mechanism for evaluation and follow-up. Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English Subediting: M. S. Salama
