African Leadership magazine officially confirmed Kouchouk 's selection as Africa's top finance minister for 2025. This prestigious recognition came after a global poll, acknowledging his significant contributions to financial stability and economic reform across both Egypt and the wider African continent.
During his acceptance speech, Minister Kouchouk expressed
gratitude, stating, "I thank all my colleagues at the Ministry of Finance
and its departments for their hard work and cooperation in implementing reforms
that have contributed to boosting economic activity."
He further highlighted the crucial role of teamwork and
cohesion within the economic group, which has facilitated numerous joint and
impactful reforms. Kouchouk emphasized Egypt's ambitious strategy to enhance
the competitiveness of its economy by empowering the private sector and
stimulating productive and export-oriented activities. He also noted the strong
indicators of macroeconomic stability and improvement, which continue to build
confidence among both local and international investors.
Looking ahead, Kouchouk addressed the complex challenges facing Africa, underscoring the need for genuine reforms and robust regional cooperation to foster more inclusive and competitive economies. He firmly stated, "No African country can advance alone; we will succeed together." He concluded by emphasizing that Africa's future hinges on deepening economic and investment partnerships among its nations, involving both governmental bodies and the private sector.