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Egypt Independent
15 hours ago
- Egypt Independent
President Sisi orders acceleration of logistics projects
CAIRO, July 27 (MENA) – President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi directed the government to continue efforts aimed at accelerating the implementation of all projects in line with pre-set timeframes including Integrated Developmental Logistics Corridor projects that connect production areas to seaports currently under development. The ports are to be transformed into global-level, high-capacity hubs, integrated with the modern transportation network – comprising roads, highways and railways – providing the necessary components to position Egypt as a global center for trade and logistics. During a meeting Sunday with prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Transport and Industry Kamel al-Wazir and General Advisor to the President for Financial Affairs Ahmed al-Shazly, President Sisi was briefed on progress of projects carried out under the Ministry of Transport and Industry, especially ventures related to the railway system, including Arish–Taba railway line and the completion of the Bir al-Abd–Arish railway project – expected to contribute to the development of the Sinai Peninsula and create a logistical corridor linking the Red Sea to the Mediterranean. Presidential Spokesman Mohamed al-Shenawy said, the meeting also covered updates on the development of seaports, given their central role in the country's development programs. In this context, the implementation progress of construction, development and upgrading of several ports was reviewed, including Ras Sedr, Gargoub, Abu Qir, the Grand Port of Alexandria, the new El-Max Port, the expansion of Ain Sokhna Port, the construction of Taba Port and development projects at Damietta Port. The spokesman added that the meeting also took up progress achieved in the fourth metro line in Cairo and the high-speed electric train project. It further discussed efforts to develop industrial zones in Wadi al-Sirriya and al-Motahhara in Minya Governorate and northern Fayoum in Fayoum Governorate. All efforts are part of broader initiatives to promote industrial development in Upper Egypt and create more job opportunities for citizens, mainly in labor-intensive industries including, textiles, ready-made garments and weaving, according to the spokesman. (MENA)
Daily News Egypt
a day ago
- Daily News Egypt
Al-Sisi reviews transport, industry projects, urges drive to make Egypt global logistics hub
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi held a meeting on Sunday with Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Transport and Industry Kamel Al-Wazir, and Presidential Financial Advisor General Ahmed El-Shazly to review the progress of key transport and industrial development projects, according to a statement by the presidency. Presidential spokesperson Mohamed El-Shennawy said the meeting focused on advancing railway projects, particularly the Arish–Taba line and the Bir Al-Abd–Arish extension, which are designed to spur development in the Sinai Peninsula and create a logistics corridor linking the Red Sea to the Mediterranean. The discussions also included updates on the development and modernisation of major seaports, including Ras Sudr, Gargoub, Abu Qir, Greater Alexandria, New El-Mex, Ain Sokhna, Taba, and Damietta, recognising their central role in Egypt's national economic strategy. Progress on Cairo's fourth metro line and the high-speed electric rail network was also reviewed, as part of broader efforts to modernise Egypt's transport infrastructure and enhance connectivity across the country. The meeting further addressed plans to develop industrial zones in Upper Egypt, particularly in Wadi Al-Saririya and Al-Matahara in Minya, as well as northern Fayoum. These projects aim to stimulate industrial activity in underdeveloped regions and create employment opportunities, especially in labour-intensive sectors such as textiles and ready-made garments. President Al-Sisi stressed the importance of completing all projects according to schedule and directed continued work to establish integrated logistics corridors that seamlessly connect industrial zones to Egypt's upgraded ports. He underlined that these initiatives must be integrated with the country's modern network of roads, highways, and railways to strengthen Egypt's position as a global trade and logistics hub.
Egypt Independent
2 days ago
- Egypt Independent
PM calls for accelerated completion of roads in Ras al-Hekma, Shams al-Hekma
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly instructed officials to speed up work on roads and utilities in Shams al-Hekma and Ras al-Hekma, stressing the need to increase labor and equipment to meet timelines and support residents with proper services. During a visit to projects in Egypt's northwestern coast, Madbouli held a meeting at the Ras El Hekma City Authority, where he reviewed updates on the Ras al-Hekma and Shams El Hekma projects. The meeting was attended by Minister of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities Sherif El Sherbini, Matrouh Governor Khaled Shuaib, and other officials. During the talks, El Sherbiny said that the New Urban Communities Authority is carrying out infrastructure works for alternative land in Shams El Hekma and the zones south of the high-speed rail project. These include housing, services, commercial zones, and main road networks. The minister reported 100% completion of utility works in the urgent areas of Shams El Hekma, including water, sewage, fire systems, and stormwater drainage. He added that the first phase of a wastewater plant over 3,800 feddans is also complete. A 28-class school under construction is now 80% complete and expected to open next school year. Infrastructure contracts were awarded to top contractors for three tribal areas: 250 feddans for the Sanakra, 350 for the Zaeirat, and 185 for the Gomaiyat.
