Representing President Abdel Fattah El‑Sisi, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi addressed the eighth summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) in Moscow, highlighting Egypt’s vision for strengthening global energy security and expanding co‑operation between gas-producing and consuming countries.
Speaking at the summit, which was opened by Russian President Vladimir Putin, Badawi stressed that energy security is a shared responsibility requiring stable markets, continued investment, and the protection of critical infrastructure and supply chains amid ongoing geopolitical and economic challenges.
The minister said natural gas remains a cornerstone of the global energy mix, supporting electricity generation, industry, fertiliser and petrochemical production, while contributing to food and water security and economic growth. He emphasised that securing demand is as important as securing supply, noting that producers need predictable markets while consumers require reliable and affordable energy supplies.
Badawi underlined the importance of dialogue, long‑term partnerships and international co‑operation to balance the interests of producers and consumers, warning that geopolitical tensions continue to disrupt energy markets and supply chains and highlighting the need to safeguard production facilities, maritime routes and energy infrastructure.
The minister also reviewed Egypt’s efforts to enhance exploration, production and infrastructure development, stressing that the country’s strategic location and integrated energy infrastructure strengthen its role as a regional energy hub. He pointed to Egypt’s LNG facilities at Idku and Damietta, extensive gas transmission network and its hosting of the East Mediterranean Gas Forum as key assets supporting regional energy co‑operation.
Badawi said Egypt is working to connect gas resources from the Eastern Mediterranean and Africa with global markets through its infrastructure, enabling gas processing, liquefaction and re‑export activities while creating mutual economic benefits and supporting energy security.
He also highlighted the importance of expanding value-added industries and strengthening integration between the gas, petrochemicals and manufacturing sectors to maximise economic returns, boost exports, create jobs and support sustainable growth.
The minister concluded by reaffirming Egypt’s commitment to working with GECF member states to enhance energy security, strengthen investment and deepen co‑operation for the benefit of future generations.
