Egypt Forum 2026 kicked off on Monday in the New Capital and will run until October 24. Called for by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, the forum aims to promote community dialogue and hear citizens’ views and concerns on issues affecting their daily lives, while discussing priorities for the coming period.
The forum seeks to expand public participation by creating space for dialogue among the government, citizens, experts and representatives of different sectors of society.
Discussions will assess the impact of public policies, national projects and development programmes implemented in recent years on living standards and the quality of services.
The forum will focus on four main themes: human development, integrated development and quality of life, social protection and security, and the economy. Its programme also includes simulation sessions, workshops and specialised expert discussions.
The opening day will focus on human development, covering education and training, learning quality, curricula, assessment and students’ readiness for university and the labour market.
Discussions will also address university education, research and innovation, youth talent development, sports and creativity, and the role of families and educational, cultural and religious institutions in promoting shared social values.
The second day will examine integrated development and quality of life, including housing projects, informal settlement development, the Decent Life initiative, new cities, transport and infrastructure.
Participants will also discuss healthcare services, presidential health initiatives and the Universal Health Insurance System, as well as digital transformation and access to online government services.
The social protection and security theme will address emergency and crisis management, support for low-income and vulnerable groups, food and water security, population growth, climate change and limited water resources.
Economic discussions will cover energy security, production and renewable energy, alongside investment, industrial competitiveness, job creation, exports and support for small and medium-sized enterprises.
Participants will also examine foreign currency, debt management and Egypt’s economic programme through 2030, with a focus on achieving sustainable, inclusive growth led by the private sector.
Beyond reviewing projects and policies, the forum aims to assess their actual impact on citizens, identify gaps in service delivery and determine priorities for further action. Discussions will draw on public opinion surveys, citizens’ councils and input from experts, academics, businesses and civil society to compare official indicators with people’s everyday experiences.
