In line with the directives of Dr. Mohamed Farid Saleh, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, to enhance the competitiveness of the investment environment and improve investor services, the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI) participated in the "Golden Triangle: Investment, Industry & Agriculture, and Export" Conference, held under the patronage of the Prime Minister, with the participation of ministers, officials, and business community representatives.
During her speech, Dr. Iman Mansour, GAFI Deputy CEO, affirmed that Egypt—through the Ministry of Investment and Foreign Trade—continues to implement reforms aimed at building a more competitive investment environment by simplifying procedures and expanding digital transformation, thereby improving the investor experience and facilitating the establishment and operation of businesses.
She noted that GAFI, in coordination with relevant entities, is working on re-engineering licensing procedures for approximately 270 economic activities, alongside developing an integrated digital platform to manage the investor journey, with the aim of improving service efficiency, reducing reliance on paper-based processes, and accelerating procedures.
She also highlighted the continued expansion of special economic and investment zones, noting that Egypt currently has 9 public free zones, 222 private free zones, 12 operational investment zones, and 7 investment zones under development. This supports attracting further investments and enhances Egypt's economic competitiveness.
She added that 54 companies have been granted the Golden License, reflecting the state's direction to expand its issuance to accelerate project implementation and stimulate investment. She further noted that approximately 60% of investment disputes have been resolved amicably, as part of efforts to improve the investment climate and strengthen investor confidence.
She concluded by reaffirming GAFI's commitment to continuing legislative, procedural, and digital reforms under the Ministry's strategy to enhance investment services, attract serious investments, and support sustainable economic growth.