Chinese investments in Egypt boost exports

Economic relations between Egypt and China have seen noticeable growth this year, with the volume of trade exchange between the two countries reaching $11.3 billion in the first half of 2026, marking a 21.5% increase compared to the same period in 2025. Egyptian exports to China experienced a significant leap, amounting to $840.8 million, an increase of 199.8%, while Egyptian imports from China rose to $10.4 billion, a growth rate of 14.3%. Chinese investments in Egypt, especially in the Suez Canal zone, reflect substantial expansion, surpassing $4 billion and including the signing of new industrial projects worth $1.15 billion in 2025. These efforts aim to transform Egypt into a manufacturing and export hub, particularly in sectors such as electric vehicles, renewable energy, and technology, with targets to raise investments to around $30 billion by 2030. The main challenge is ensuring that these investments lead to increased local production and deeper manufacturing, through clear standards to measure their impact, enhancing the participation of Egyptian companies in supply chains, and achieving a balanced trade relationship by increasing exports and adding higher value.

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