Egypt: Prime Minister Dr. Moustafa Madbouly reviewed the executive status of the National Industrial Strategy 2026-2030 during a meeting held on Monday, in the presence of Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem and Assistant Minister for Strategic Development Mohamed Samy.
According to State Information Service Egypt, the review focused on increasing non-oil exports to $100 billion through a comprehensive industrial strategy. This strategy is based on a clear methodology to identify priority sectors, aimed at building a strong integrated industrial base that is regionally and globally competitive, positioning Egypt as a key player in global value chains.
Hashem stated that the strategy was developed in partnership with the private sector, represented by the Federation of Egyptian Industries, the Federation of Chambers of Commerce, and export councils. There was effective coordination with members of the ministerial economic group to achieve the desired balance.
The strategy's key programs were outlined, including the industrial map, the 'productive village' model, addressing distressed factories, legislative and regulatory reform, institutional development of the Ministry of Industry, supplier development, and the promotion of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Regarding the industrial map, the program identifies priority sectors through a data-driven framework. This enables focused efforts on high-impact industries while balancing short-term growth opportunities with long-term modernization, value chain deepening, and clear policy direction. The framework integrates current capabilities with future potential and links priority-setting to effective implementation, resource allocation, and targeted industrial deepening.
Initially, 16 industrial sectors were identified and assessed based on criteria such as export competitiveness, complexity, and diversification. These were then narrowed down to seven priority sectors: ready-made garments, textiles, food industries, automotive, electrical and engineering industries, electronics assembly, and pharmaceuticals.
Tailored support packages for each priority sector are under study, along with mechanisms to strengthen feeder industries. Ongoing efforts are also being made to develop an industrial energy map to determine geographically the energy needs of the industrial sector and ensure availability for new projects based on energy resource distribution.
The ministry is promoting the 'productive village' model by developing industries based on each area's comparative advantages and linking them to national industrial supply chains. This is supported by specialized training programs to enhance technical and vocational skills.
On distressed factories, the strategy aims to transform them into national opportunities by reactivating idle assets and accelerating production. There is a strong emphasis on improving the legislative and regulatory environment by providing a flexible legal framework that supports horizontal industrial expansion and offers diverse investment options.
The strategy includes an institutional development program to transform the ministry into a growth-enabling entity that supports major investors. Initiatives to enhance the efficiency of local suppliers and integrate them with large companies are also part of the strategy.
Efforts to develop SMEs through integrated industrial complexes equipped with advanced technologies are underway. Technology incubators are being provided to link smaller manufacturers with e-commerce platforms and empower young investors.
The importance of human capital development through training and qualification programs in targeted industries is emphasized. This involves cooperation with the private sector, in addition to activating apprenticeship and factory-linked vocational training programs.
Efforts are being made to enhance the competitiveness of Egyptian products in global markets by expanding green supply chains and localizing testing and certification bodies required for exports.
At the end of the meeting, Prime Minister Madbouly praised the strategy's ambitious targets and programs, stressing the importance of linking implementation timelines to clear performance indicators to ensure tangible and sustained progress in developing industrial sectors and boosting exports.