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Egypt’s Cabinet Shuffle: New Faces, Same Old Problems

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
July 3, 2024
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Egypt’s Cabinet Shuffle: New Faces, Same Old Problems
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Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi decided it was time to shake things up, swearing in a new cabinet on Wednesday. This lineup includes new finance and foreign ministers, tasked with navigating a nation grappling with economic struggles, the ongoing Gaza conflict on its doorstep, and relentless power outages.

Sisi reappointed Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, instructing his administration to tackle inflation, regulate markets, and stimulate investment. Ahmed Kouchouk, the former deputy finance minister, now takes on the monumental task of steering Egypt’s wobbly economy and soaring debt.

Meanwhile, Egypt’s sovereign dollar bonds rallied on the news, with the 2047 maturity gaining 1.96 cents to trade at 75.16 cents on the dollar. It’s a small win in a sea of economic challenges.

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  • Foreign Affairs and New Faces
  • Subsidy Reforms and Economic Tightrope
  • New Investments and Old Problems
  • The Real Story

Foreign Affairs and New Faces

Badr Abdelatty, previously Egypt’s ambassador to the European Union, steps into the role of foreign minister, replacing the seasoned diplomat Sameh Shoukry. Abdelatty now faces the unenviable task of mitigating the fallout from the Gaza war.

New appointments also include Karim Badawi as petroleum minister, Mahmoud Esmat as electricity minister, and General Abdel Majeed Saqr as defense minister. But let’s not kid ourselves—real power in Egypt lies with the presidency, military, and security services, not the ministers.

Subsidy Reforms and Economic Tightrope

Rania al-Mashat returns as minister for planning, economic development, and international cooperation. Sherif Farouk, the new supply minister, will manage Egypt’s extensive food subsidy program that feeds over 60 million people. The government has hinted at reforms to this program, but considering Egypt’s chronic foreign exchange shortage and rampant inflation, Farouk’s task is cut out for him.

New Investments and Old Problems

Despite the speculation earlier this year that Madbouly might be replaced, he remains at the helm. Egypt signed a record investment agreement with the UAE and expanded its loan program with the IMF. Just this Tuesday, another investment deal was announced for a high-end development on the Mediterranean coast.

The Real Story

However, amid all these changes, the fundamental issues persist. The economic pressure, power cuts, and a war next door are not problems that new faces alone can solve. The real power brokers in Egypt—the presidency, military, and security services—continue to hold the reins, making the ministers’ roles more ceremonial than transformative.

This cabinet shuffle feels more like rearranging deck chairs on the Titanic than a genuine attempt to steer Egypt out of its myriad crises.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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