Egypt is scheduled to receive a €1bn disbursement from the European Union this coming Thursday under the Macro-Financial Assistance (MFA) budget support mechanism, according to Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Rania Al-Mashat. The payment follows the government’s implementation of 16 economic and structural measures under the National Structural Reform Program designed to enhance macroeconomic stability. The upcoming payment represents the first tranche of the second phase of the MFA, which totals €5bn in overall support. Additionally, the launch of an electronic platform for investment licenses aims to facilitate applications and attract more demand-driven foreign direct investment. Al-Mashat emphasized that these reforms reflect the European Union’s confidence in Egypt’s national program and its support for the state’s efforts to boost financial stability.

Source: Daily News Egypt January 13, 2026 18:35 UTC