Egypt’s Minister of Industry, Khaled Hashem, underscored the strategic importance of the engineering industries sector, describing it as a cornerstone of the country’s industrial base. His remarks came during a meeting with the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Engineering Industries at the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI), chaired by Mohamed El-Mohandes, to review the chamber’s work plan for the coming period in line with the state’s industrial development strategy. Hashem highlighted the ministry’s strong focus on the sector, citing its vital role in supporting production chains and increasing the added value of Egyptian industrial products. He noted that continuity in board membership would help ensure policy stability and sustained development. The meeting reflects the Ministry of Industry’s ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration with industrial stakeholders, support sector development and advance industrial growth and export expansion.

Source: Daily News Egypt March 24, 2026 19:31 UTC