60 Major US companies to visit Egypt in October: Minister

Minister of Trade and Industry Amr Nassar said on Wednesday that a delegation of 60 major US companies will visit Cairo in October 2018 to get acquainted with investment opportunities in the country.

He added that  the visit is organized by the American Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with the Egyptian-American Business Council. The close relations between Egypt and the United States represent the fulcrum for further economic and trade cooperation between the two countries during the next phase.

He further noted that The delegation will include officials representing more than 60 US companies.

He pointed out that his ministry is working hard to create a suitable and attractive investment atmosphere in the Egyptian market through improving legislation on this score.

Also, the government is extending all possible support for local and foreign investors, he added.