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Egypt to Launch Africa's First Sovereign Investment Guarantee Agency with $50 Million Capital
According to Ambassador Abu Bakr Hefny, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration, the CBE is set to launch Africa’s first sovereign investment guarantee agency with a starting capital of $50 million.
Speaking at a regional workshop in Cairo on Monday, Hefny highlighted that the new agency is designed to strengthen investments and exports within Africa, offering much-needed security for investors.
The workshop was organized to ratify amendments to the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Investment Agreement.
“This agency will be the first of its kind, dedicated to bolstering investor confidence by implementing internationally recognized investment guarantees,” Hefny said.
He added that the agency will offer a reliable framework for Egyptian companies operating within Africa, encouraging further trade and economic cooperation.
Hefny emphasized that regional integration and economic collaboration are crucial for fostering sustainable development among COMESA member states.
He urged African nations to seize this opportunity to promote trade, investment, and business partnerships that could lead to greater prosperity across the continent.
Hefny also spoke on the broader significance of investment, noting that it goes beyond capital flows. He described investment as the foundation of economic growth, creating jobs, reducing poverty, and driving innovation.
He further explained that the revised COMESA Investment Agreement reflects the region’s shared goal of achieving economic stability and growth.
He argued that cooperation among member states will unlock new opportunities and enhance their collective competitiveness in regional and global markets.
In light of ongoing global challenges, including post-pandemic recovery, climate change, and geopolitical tensions, Hefny stressed the importance of building a strong economic bloc.
Simplifying investment procedures, promoting transparency, and fostering trust among member states, he said, will attract more foreign direct investment and encourage joint ventures.
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