Egyptian PM's week spans UN speeches, economic data, and mining talks

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly made UN statements on water security and Gaza, presented economic figures, and held mining and October conference meetings this week.

• Madbouly told the UN General Assembly that Egypt's water security is an existential issue, rejecting unilateral management of shared resources.
• He called for consolidating the Gaza ceasefire and ensuring humanitarian aid access, and rejected any displacement of Palestinians from their land.
• Madbouly said Egypt's economy grew 5.1 percent, inflation fell to 12.7 percent, and public debt declined to 81.8 percent of GDP over two years.
• He held a roundtable with local and international mining companies, offering government incentives and partnerships to accelerate production.
• Madbouly chaired a preparatory meeting for the Egypt 2026 Forum, scheduled for 19–24 October, covering energy and social protection.