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Egypt Awards $1.26bn in Golden Licences to Strategic Projects

Cairo, Egypt © Unsplash
Cairo, Egypt © Unsplash
  • Fast-track permits target manufacturing, solar energy and jobs
  • Officials say the scheme signals renewed investor confidence

Egypt has unlocked more than $1.26 billion in fresh investment by issuing six new golden licences to strategic projects across manufacturing, renewable energy and industrial processing—signalling a sharp acceleration in its bid to attract private capital and streamline business operations.

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