Cairo: SiltaNews – News Desk
Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly reviewed proposed government investment estimates for the 2026/2027 fiscal year economic and social development plan during a Thursday meeting at the New Administrative Capital.
The meeting included Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Hussein Issa, Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk, and Planning and Economic Development Minister Ahmed Rostom.
Madbouly emphasized that the state prioritizes projects driving economic and social development, specifically the Haya Karima (Decent Life) initiative and the health and education sectors. He noted that investment plans must target comprehensive development within these priority areas.
In a Thursday presentation, Rostom outlined the features of the projected investments across various development and service sectors. The plan aims to bolster the state’s efforts toward comprehensive development and higher economic growth rates.
Rostom highlighted that the priorities focus on improving the quality of citizen services, enhancing infrastructure efficiency, and supporting economic reform. Proposed allocations target infrastructure, human development, the Universal Health Insurance system, Haya Karima projects, and electricity.
The minister added that the FY 2026/2027 draft plan includes an increase in investments for human development – specifically health and education – and infrastructure to ensure sustainable development.
Furthermore, the plan expands funding for the Universal Health Insurance system and increases allocations for Haya Karima to improve service levels in the neediest villages and strengthen social protection nationwide.