Egypt to turn 20 technical schools into technology schools with Japan’s support
Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem said Egypt Forum 2026 would help strengthen the industrial sector by addressing challenges facing manufacturers and fostering dialogue between the government and industry stakeholders to promote growth, attract investment and support domestic production. In an interview with Extra News on Friday, October 23, 2026, Hashem said holding the forum at … The post…
Egypt plans to transform 20 technical schools into technology-focused institutions, receiving support from Japan, according to Minister of Industry Khaled Hashem. The initiative, unveiled during a recent interview, aims to bolster the industrial sector by addressing manufacturing challenges, fostering dialogue between government and industry stakeholders, and promoting growth.
The minister emphasized the government's commitment to simplifying industrial licensing procedures and accelerating approval processes through clear, streamlined mechanisms. Universities will also contribute ideas and proposals to the Egypt Forum 2026, which Hashem believes will help tackle challenges in the industrial sector. Additionally, Egypt will implement new measures to simplify insurance document procedures for factories, aiming to reduce financial and administrative burdens, expedite project implementation, and facilitate production start-up.
The government remains dedicated to reviewing and streamlining administrative procedures and expanding their digitization to enhance the business environment and encourage industrial investment.
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