Awad emphasized that sustainable investment in protected areas is a pillar of Egypt’s current economic agenda, aimed at supporting a "green economy" while preserving natural resources.
The Minister outlined a strategy to integrate economic
growth with environmental conservation. Key points of the plan include:
Eco-Friendly Design: Projects must utilize sustainable
solutions and designs that align with Egypt’s environmental identity and
cultural heritage.
Service Quality: Investment must improve visitor services
and add economic value without damaging local ecosystems.
Global Competitiveness: Leveraging Egypt's unique natural
sites to position the country as a regional and international destination for
green investment.
Dr. Awad stressed that all proposed projects undergo
rigorous technical and environmental impact assessments. "The ministry
prioritizes the study of sustainable management plans and risk mitigation
before any approvals are granted," she said. The government is currently
upgrading institutional policies to improve the business climate for
environmental projects. Awad welcomed partnerships with the private sector,
provided they adhere strictly to environmental regulations to "safeguard
the rights of future generations."
During the meeting, investors presented project blueprints
for several reserves, alongside preliminary technical studies. They praised the
ministry’s efforts to involve the private sector in promoting eco-tourism and
pledged full compliance with national environmental standards.
The meeting was attended by the head of the Environmental Affairs Agency and senior officials from the ministry's nature conservation sector.