Egypt’s Minister of International Cooperation, Rania Al-Mashat, has met with the British Ambassador to Egypt, Gareth Bayley, to discuss new measures aimed at strengthening economic and investment relations between both countries. The meeting, held in Cairo, underscored the growing partnership between Egypt and the United Kingdom in trade, infrastructure, green investment, and private sector collaboration.
According to a statement from the Ministry of International Cooperation, discussions focused on enhancing British participation in Egypt’s Vision 2030 development agenda particularly in renewable energy, sustainable infrastructure, and climate resilience projects.
“The United Kingdom remains a strategic economic partner to Egypt,” Al-Mashat said. “Our cooperation continues to evolve, with a strong focus on innovation, green transition, and private sector development.”
Ambassador Bayley reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to supporting Egypt’s economic reforms and investment climate, describing the North African nation as a vital hub for British investors looking to expand into Africa and the Middle East.
“The UK is proud of its long-standing partnership with Egypt,” Bayley said. “We are keen to see more British companies investing in Egyptian industries that promote sustainability, technology, and inclusive growth.”
The talks also addressed preparations for upcoming bilateral business forums, which aim to attract more British investments into sectors such as agriculture, logistics, manufacturing, and clean energy. The ambassador commended Egypt’s progress in infrastructure modernization and praised ongoing reforms designed to make the investment environment more transparent and competitive.
Economic analysts note that the meeting signals renewed momentum in UK-Egypt relations following Brexit, as London seeks stronger trade alliances with emerging markets. The UK is currently among Egypt’s top European investors, with billions of dollars in cumulative investments across energy, education, and financial services.
As both nations move to deepen cooperation, officials say the focus will remain on ensuring mutual benefits creating jobs, boosting exports, and driving sustainable economic growth in line with global development goals.
