Cairo: Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Mohamed Farid Saleh reviewed, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, plans to modernize Egypt's investment ecosystem using advanced performance indicators and data-driven tools to enhance transparency and decision-making. This came during a meeting with representatives of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to discuss joint efforts to improve the business climate and attract high-quality investments that support sustainable growth.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the minister stated that the reform agenda focuses on restructuring investment management through key performance indicators tracking on foreign direct investment flows, formation of new companies, and priority sectors, with regularly updated data to ensure accurate evaluation. He added that the ministry aims to launch professional investment funds to support startups and attract global partners, ensuring sustainable financing and real growth.

The talks also covered developing Egypt's carbon market as a driver for green investments, and proposals to establish a TradeTech Sandbox sector to benefit from big data and advanced analytics in boosting exports and accessing new markets. The minister reaffirmed commitment to expanding cooperation with IFC to enhance competitiveness and unlock new opportunities for the national economy.