Cairo Hosts Union for the Mediterranean Economic Forum

Cairo Hosts Union for the Mediterranean Economic Forum

Cairo hosted the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) Economic Forum from October 19 to 22, focusing on strategies to enhance trade, investment, and job creation across the Euro-Mediterranean region.

• Participants discussed improving the business environment and boosting economic competitiveness.
• The forum emphasized the need for regional economic integration and sustainable partnerships.
• EU Ambassador to Egypt Angelina Eichhorst noted that the European Union currently accounts for 42.1% of the region’s total exports.
• Officials highlighted the importance of human capital development and simplifying market access.

The event concluded with discussions on fostering deeper economic ties between Mediterranean nations, with additional planning underway for the upcoming 11th Regional Forum in Barcelona.

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