Cairo: Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport, Kamel El-Wazir, held a significant meeting with key ministers to discuss the infrastructure system in industrial zones across the governorates. The focus of the meeting was to secure the necessary funding for infrastructure improvements to support the state’s industrial development goals.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the meeting included Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities Eng. Sherif El-Sherbiny, and Minister of Finance Mr. Ahmed Kouchouk. The discussions emphasized the importance of enhancing infrastructure efficiency to ensure sustainability and attract investments.

The meeting also saw participation from representatives of various ministries, including Industry, Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, Finance, Local Development, and Water Resources and Irrigation. Additionally, representatives from executive bodies concerned with water, sanitation, and utilities were present.

Deputy Prime Minister El-Wazir highlighted the critical role of infrastructure in the success of industrial development plans. He stressed the need for each industrial zone to establish an investors’ association. The Federation of Egyptian Industries, working alongside these associations, would manage the zones and maintain internal facilities. This approach aims to enhance zone efficiency and facilitate investment, reflecting the successful model of the industrial developer system in Egypt.