Egypt is Interested in Cooperation with Kazakhstan in the Energy Sector

Cairo, February 25, 2025 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Egypt Askar Zhengis held a meeting with the Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy of the Arab Republic of Egypt Mahmoud Ismat.

During the meeting, interlocutors discussed the prospects for bilateral relations in the energy sector, including exchanging experience in development of solar, wind, hydropower, construction of nuclear power plant and the certain prospects for future joint projects.

Following the meeting, the parties agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the mentioned areas.

Egypt has developed almost all types of renewable energy sources. Energy is an important sector of the economy, accounting for 13% of the gross domestic product, and 20% of the total energy production derived from renewable energy sources. Currently, 18 projects are successfully implemented, aimed at generating an additional 30 GW of clean energy.