Egypt Country Brief

Abstract

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) has been instrumental in promoting economic and social development in Egypt and the broader North African region since its establishment in 1958. Through its subregional office for North Africa, ECA collaborates with member states to implement policies that foster regional integration and sustainable development. Key initiatives include enhancing private sector participation, leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), and addressing unemployment, particularly among women and youth. ECA's recommendations focus on economic transformation, entrepreneurship, and gender-smart investing. Additionally, ECA supports Egypt in strengthening macroeconomic policies, tax management, and governance, while also facilitating recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The organization emphasizes the importance of data collection and digital transformation for informed policy-making, alongside promoting climate action and the green economy. ECA's efforts aim to enhance Egypt's resilience and capacity to achieve sustainable development goals.