The Egypt National Economic Narrative was officially launched on Sunday, September 7, 2025, by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, marking a major step in the country’s economic reform agenda. Titled “National Narrative for Economic Development: Policies Supporting Growth and Employment,” the framework is designed to strengthen Egypt’s economy amid regional instability and global market pressures.
At the launch event in the New Administrative Capital, Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Minister Rania Al-Mashat outlined the initiative’s structure. She described it as an integrated strategy aligned with Egypt’s Vision 2030 and government programs, aimed at adapting to global changes and pushing the economy toward export-oriented sectors.
The narrative is organized into five main chapters:
- Macroeconomic stability
- Foreign direct investment (FDI)
- Industrial development and foreign trade
- Labor market efficiency and flexibility
- Regional planning to localize growth
According to Al-Mashat, the Egypt National Economic Narrative serves as both a reform program and a promotional tool to showcase Egypt’s strengths. It emphasizes structural reforms, stronger private sector participation, and targeted support for industries such as manufacturing, tourism, agriculture, energy, and information technology.
Developed since October 2024 following a government reshuffle, the document incorporates directives from President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. It builds upon the National Structural Reforms Program, integrating fiscal and monetary policies, green transition strategies, and public investment governance within a medium-term framework.
Al-Mashat confirmed that the narrative will undergo public dialogue over the next two months, with specialized sessions for experts and stakeholders to ensure broad societal input.
Egypt’s Economic Outlook
Despite global uncertainty, Egypt’s economy is showing signs of resilience. GDP grew 4.8% year-on-year in Q3 of fiscal 2024/25, more than double the 2.2% growth recorded in the same period a year earlier. For the first nine months of the fiscal year, average growth hit 4.2%, up from 2.4% previously.
The Ministry of Planning attributed the improvement to stronger tourism revenues, non-oil sector growth, rising private investment, and a rebound in industrial activity. Early forecasts suggest that Egypt may exceed its 4% growth target for the year.
Launched against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions, and protectionist policies, the Egypt National Economic Narrative seeks to position the country as a competitive hub for investment while ensuring inclusive development and job creation.
