1、Egypts IndustrializationHistorical Trajectories,Present Challenges,and Future ProspectsMai MohsenHead of Chairmans Technical Office,Egyptian Cabinet Information and Decision Support CenterAuthorAcknowledgement:The author would like to thank Yasmine Tamer Hassan and Sara Hossam Ahmed for their assist
2、ance to the research.Please cite the report as follows:Mohsen,Mai.2025.“Egypts Industrialization:Historical Trajectories,Present Challenges,and Future Prospects.”Beijing:Global South Research Center.The views expressed in the report are the authors own and do not necessarily reflect the position of
3、GSRC.SummarySince the 1950s,industrialization has been a central pillar of Egypts economic development.In recent years,Egypt has established the advancement of local manufacturing as a cornerstone of its national economic strategy,focusing on attracting investment and deepening domestic manufacturin
4、g in sectors where it possesses a robust manufacturing base and competitive advantages at both regional and global levels.Indicators such as growth rates,economic contribution,investment attraction,exports and imports,economic complexity,and sectoral linkages show that its industrial development has
5、 achieved positive outcomes.Currently,Egypts industrialization presents both challenges and opportunities.On one hand,its industrial development generally faces challenges,including limitations in public service delivery,human capital and technology constraints,insufficient foreign exchange,and high
6、 energy costs.Specific issues also exist across the value chain phases,including start-up,production and manufacturing,transportation and distribution,and final product export.On the other hand,amid green transition and digitalization,Egypt also recognizes potentials and opportunities in its industr