Egypt plans to roll out medium-term fiscal strategies starting with debt management before the end of December, Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk said on Thursday, as the government seeks to sustain private investment growth and boost exports. Speaking at TransMEA 2025 Conference in Cairo, Kouchouk said private investments grew by 73 per cent in the past fiscal year, signalling a positive trajectory for the economy. "We have balanced and strong indicators that encourage restoring investor confidence in Egypt's economy," he said. The minister announced that a tax policy document would be released in the first quarter of the next fiscal year, with the broader medium-term budget framework set to launch at the start of the year. The government also plans to introduce a second package of tax incentives this month, aimed at stimulating the stock market, supporting listed companies, and improving VAT refunds. Manufacturing and exports remain national priorities, Kouchouk added, noting that higher production volumes are enhancing the competitiveness of Egyptian products in both domestic and international markets. Sherif El-Kilany, Deputy Minister for Tax Policies, said the first wave of incentives had successfully encouraged voluntary tax compliance, underpinned by electronic invoicing and a sample-based audit system. Ahmed Amawi, head of the Egyptian Customs Authority (ECA), said new customs measures will soon be introduced to facilitate trade, support domestic industry, and strengthen the investment climate. Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English
