El-Shimy said the ministry’s strategy is driven by a core objective: achieving the highest possible return on state investments in Public Enterprises Sector companies, increasing their contribution to national output, enhancing their competitiveness locally and internationally, and transforming them into sustainable, growth-oriented economic entities. The minister revealed that companies affiliated with the ministry are currently implementing around 157 investment projects across various sectors, with total investments estimated at approximately EGP 184bn, as part of efforts to rebuild and modernise the industrial and service base of Public Enterprises Sector companies. On financial performance, El-Shimy confirmed that affiliated companies achieved strong results during the 2024–2025 fiscal year, with total revenues reaching approximately EGP 126bn, marking growth of nearly 20% year-on-year. In terms of exports, he said total exports by affiliated companies reached approximately $1bn in FY 2024/25, recording growth of 27%. El-Shimy affirmed that the Public Enterprises Sector offers promising investment opportunities across industry, energy, tourism, real estate development, and logistics services.

Source: Daily News Egypt January 17, 2026 15:55 UTC