{
  "id": 16879317,
  "title": "PM directs study of investment opportunities to develop Capital Airport, surrounding area",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/pm-directs-study-of-investment-opportunities-to-develop-capital",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-28T09:28:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Egypt Independent",
    "slug": "egypt-independent",
    "url": "https://www.egyptindependent.com/pm-directs-study-of-investment-opportunities-to-develop-capital-airport-surrounding-area/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has instructed the creation of a task force consisting of pertinent ministries and government entities to evaluate the submitted proposals and offers, and formulate a comprehensive strategy for the development of the New Capital Airport and its surrounding region. The committee will also analyze potential investment avenues to optimize the area's capabilities and assets, and enhance its economic and developmental outcomes. This directive was communicated during a meeting convened by Madbouly on Monday, which aimed to assess various proposals for the development of the New Capital International Airport and the surrounding territory. The assembly included Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk, Civil Aviation Minister Sameh al-Hefny, Chairman of the Administrative Capital for Urban Development (ACUD) Khaled Abbas, Assistant Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Saeed Arafa, and several other officials. Cabinet spokesperson Mohamed Adel disclosed that the gathering deliberated on proposals to establish an integrated investment and logistics zone adjacent to the New Capital International Airport. The objective of this zone would be to act as a logistics hub, accommodating diverse economic, logistical, and industrial pursuits. Several overseas investors have shown interest in investing in the area, along with proposals from investors to expand and enhance the airport. The proposed plans seek to entice additional foreign direct investment and optimize the use of state-owned resources by fostering an investor-friendly atmosphere and offering necessary incentives and facilitation measures. These endeavors aim to facilitate the launch of diverse projects that foster development in the New Capital, bolster its status as an appealing destination for investment and economic activities, generate additional employment opportunities, and stimulate economic expansion.",
  "summary": "Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has directed the formation of a working group comprising the relevant ministries and authorities to examine submitted proposals and offers and prepare a comprehensive vision for developing the New Capital Airport and its surrounding area. The group will also assess available investment alternatives to ensure optimal use of the area’s potential … The post PM directs…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}