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SIS Chairman: Egypt’s Asian Partnerships Key to Industrial Development
Thursday، 17 April 2025 - 01:38 PM
Journalist Diaa Rashwan, Chairman of the State Information Service (SIS), affirmed that industrial development is now a top priority for the Egyptian state. Following significant progress in infrastructure, as well as in social and service sectors, Egypt is ready to move toward a comprehensive breakthrough in production—particularly in manufacturing, which is seen as one of the most vital pillars for building a stronger economic future.
Rashwan explained that the industrial sector has the greatest potential to create stable, productive employment that brings value to both individuals and society. Moreover, manufacturing isn't confined to a specific geographic region. Thanks to the widespread availability of labor, energy sources, and transport links for raw materials and goods, industry can thrive across all governorates. This decentralization promotes balanced development throughout the country.
He emphasized that manufacturing also plays a crucial role in generating foreign currency, easing shortages, and reducing the trade deficit, which consumes a substantial portion of Egypt’s foreign currency resources. Strengthening the industrial sector can help replace a large volume of imports with domestically made products. Another important goal is to boost exports of industrial goods, which currently account for only about a quarter of Egypt’s total exports.
Rashwan also stressed that increasing domestic production is now essential to strengthen Egypt’s self-reliance and resilience in the face of global market volatility and supply chain disruptions—challenges the world has been grappling with over the past four years.
The state’s push toward industrialization—through both public investment and private sector engagement, whether local or foreign—relies heavily on strategic partnerships with a wide range of countries and international organizations. The global economy now operates as a “world factory,” where different nations contribute various components of a single product. This new reality demands technology transfer, knowledge-sharing, access to raw materials and industrial tools, and the opening of international markets for Egyptian exports, particularly in sectors where Egypt has a competitive edge.
Within this context, Egypt’s expanded and strengthened international relations over the past decade have become more important than ever. While collaboration with global partners from both East and West is essential, Rashwan highlighted that Asian countries, in particular, present promising opportunities for joint industrial cooperation.
He noted that Asian countries have valuable experience in labor-intensive industries and a strong focus on small and medium-sized enterprises—areas well aligned with Egypt’s current needs. Asian industrial investments in Egypt are already among the most active, whether aimed at supplying the local market or exporting to Africa and the Middle East.
Rashwan added that Egypt’s robust partnerships with countries such as China, Russia, South Korea, India, and Vietnam form a solid foundation for building an integrated industrial base and increasing industrial investment.
Many Asian technologies are especially well-suited to Egypt’s conditions and are more accessible than alternatives from other regions. In recent years, Egypt has laid the groundwork for an industrial revival, including infrastructure development, investment in human capital, and the cultivation of a broad network of international cooperation.
These insights were shared in the editorial of the 15th issue of "Asian Prespective", a comprehensive academic and political journal published by the SIS. The journal offers a platform for researchers worldwide to publish studies, research, and reports on political, economic, social, and cultural issues related to Asia. It is edited by Abdel Moati Abu Zeid, External Media Advisor to SIS, with academic oversight from Dr. Hassan Abu Taleb and Dr. Samar Ibrahim Mohamed as managing editor. The editorial board includes distinguished experts from Egypt, China, India, and Japan. The journal is available in both print and digital formats on the SIS website and is distributed free of charge in Egypt and internationally.
In recognition of its contribution to academic knowledge, Asian Prespectives has been accredited by the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology and the Egyptian Knowledge Bank. It has also received a high rating from the Supreme Council of Universities and is indexed in several international databases, including EuroPub and Scilit.
Reflecting the importance of Egypt-Asia relations, the issue’s special file is titled "Egyptian-Japanese Relations." It includes studies on the strategic partnership between the two countries, a forward-looking vision for enhancing cultural ties, a comparative analysis of cultural heritage in Japanese and Arab societies, a case study on "Toshiba" exploring environmental governance and public awareness, and an overview of Japanese diplomacy in the Middle East and North Africa.
Rashwan also noted that the issue features a wide range of studies and reports, including:
The impact of crises within the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) on Asian security
The effects of climate change on food security in Asia
An analysis of the current state and future prospects of the Japanese economy
Additional reports include:
Possible directions in U.S. policy toward Iran under the new administration
The objectives and significance of President El-Sisi’s visit to China
Russia’s “Meridian Highway” (Russia's Silk Road) project
The “Made in Japan” brand and the concept of total quality
A profile of Geetanjali Shree, the first Indian woman to win the International Booker Prize
The English-language section features a study by Dr. Abdel Hamid Al-Rafei titled "The Relations between Russia and NATO and Its Impact on the Balances of Power in the Middle East."
The Chinese-language section includes a translated version of the white paper "The Legal System and Practices of Counterterrorism in China," issued by China’s State Council Information Office and translated by Dr. Marwa Ragheb, Editor-in-Chief of SIS’s Chinese-language platforms.
Rashwan explained that the industrial sector has the greatest potential to create stable, productive employment that brings value to both individuals and society. Moreover, manufacturing isn't confined to a specific geographic region. Thanks to the widespread availability of labor, energy sources, and transport links for raw materials and goods, industry can thrive across all governorates. This decentralization promotes balanced development throughout the country.
He emphasized that manufacturing also plays a crucial role in generating foreign currency, easing shortages, and reducing the trade deficit, which consumes a substantial portion of Egypt’s foreign currency resources. Strengthening the industrial sector can help replace a large volume of imports with domestically made products. Another important goal is to boost exports of industrial goods, which currently account for only about a quarter of Egypt’s total exports.
Rashwan also stressed that increasing domestic production is now essential to strengthen Egypt’s self-reliance and resilience in the face of global market volatility and supply chain disruptions—challenges the world has been grappling with over the past four years.
The state’s push toward industrialization—through both public investment and private sector engagement, whether local or foreign—relies heavily on strategic partnerships with a wide range of countries and international organizations. The global economy now operates as a “world factory,” where different nations contribute various components of a single product. This new reality demands technology transfer, knowledge-sharing, access to raw materials and industrial tools, and the opening of international markets for Egyptian exports, particularly in sectors where Egypt has a competitive edge.
Within this context, Egypt’s expanded and strengthened international relations over the past decade have become more important than ever. While collaboration with global partners from both East and West is essential, Rashwan highlighted that Asian countries, in particular, present promising opportunities for joint industrial cooperation.
He noted that Asian countries have valuable experience in labor-intensive industries and a strong focus on small and medium-sized enterprises—areas well aligned with Egypt’s current needs. Asian industrial investments in Egypt are already among the most active, whether aimed at supplying the local market or exporting to Africa and the Middle East.
Rashwan added that Egypt’s robust partnerships with countries such as China, Russia, South Korea, India, and Vietnam form a solid foundation for building an integrated industrial base and increasing industrial investment.
Many Asian technologies are especially well-suited to Egypt’s conditions and are more accessible than alternatives from other regions. In recent years, Egypt has laid the groundwork for an industrial revival, including infrastructure development, investment in human capital, and the cultivation of a broad network of international cooperation.
These insights were shared in the editorial of the 15th issue of "Asian Prespective", a comprehensive academic and political journal published by the SIS. The journal offers a platform for researchers worldwide to publish studies, research, and reports on political, economic, social, and cultural issues related to Asia. It is edited by Abdel Moati Abu Zeid, External Media Advisor to SIS, with academic oversight from Dr. Hassan Abu Taleb and Dr. Samar Ibrahim Mohamed as managing editor. The editorial board includes distinguished experts from Egypt, China, India, and Japan. The journal is available in both print and digital formats on the SIS website and is distributed free of charge in Egypt and internationally.
In recognition of its contribution to academic knowledge, Asian Prespectives has been accredited by the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology and the Egyptian Knowledge Bank. It has also received a high rating from the Supreme Council of Universities and is indexed in several international databases, including EuroPub and Scilit.
Reflecting the importance of Egypt-Asia relations, the issue’s special file is titled "Egyptian-Japanese Relations." It includes studies on the strategic partnership between the two countries, a forward-looking vision for enhancing cultural ties, a comparative analysis of cultural heritage in Japanese and Arab societies, a case study on "Toshiba" exploring environmental governance and public awareness, and an overview of Japanese diplomacy in the Middle East and North Africa.
Rashwan also noted that the issue features a wide range of studies and reports, including:
The impact of crises within the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) on Asian security
The effects of climate change on food security in Asia
An analysis of the current state and future prospects of the Japanese economy
Additional reports include:
Possible directions in U.S. policy toward Iran under the new administration
The objectives and significance of President El-Sisi’s visit to China
Russia’s “Meridian Highway” (Russia's Silk Road) project
The “Made in Japan” brand and the concept of total quality
A profile of Geetanjali Shree, the first Indian woman to win the International Booker Prize
The English-language section features a study by Dr. Abdel Hamid Al-Rafei titled "The Relations between Russia and NATO and Its Impact on the Balances of Power in the Middle East."
The Chinese-language section includes a translated version of the white paper "The Legal System and Practices of Counterterrorism in China," issued by China’s State Council Information Office and translated by Dr. Marwa Ragheb, Editor-in-Chief of SIS’s Chinese-language platforms.
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