Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi affirmed on
Wednesday that the government will press ahead with fiscal reforms aimed at
safeguarding economic stability and accelerating private sector growth, amid
the continued impact of regional conflict on markets and global supply chains.
During a meeting with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly,
alongside the ministers of finance and planning, Al-Sisi emphasized the need to
sustain economic activity across key sectors, including production,
manufacturing, and exports, through balanced and investment-friendly fiscal
policies, according to a presidency statement.
The meeting also reviewed efforts to shape Egypt’s
economic vision for the post-IMF program phase, including the development of a
national plan focused on enhancing competitiveness and achieving sustainable
growth.
Discussions further covered accelerating the rollout
of the universal health insurance system and the “Decent Life” rural
development initiative, both of which were highlighted as key investment
priorities.
The government is also closely monitoring the
repercussions of the ongoing regional conflict on global supply chains, trade
flows, and commodity markets, while maintaining coordination to ensure market
stability and secure adequate strategic reserves of essential goods.
In addition, the meeting addressed plans to support
entrepreneurship and innovation by improving the business environment for
startups and launching new employment initiatives.
Al-Sisi stressed the importance of improving overall
economic conditions to raise living standards, expand private sector participation,
diversify sources of development financing, and support Egypt’s transition
towards a green economy.
Source: Daily News Egypt