The key point: The Geneva Chamber of Commerce (CCIG) and SwissCham Egypt have signed a memorandum of understanding, announced on 1 November 2026.
The content of the agreement
- Trade missions : the two chambers will organise business delegations and institutional visits.
- Information sharing : statistical data, market studies and sector reports will help companies assess their projects.
- Training : the agreement provides for exchanges of technical skills and best practices.
The signatories and the context
- Vincent Subilia, Director General of the CCIG, signed with Ahmed Hammad of SwissCham Egypt.
- Partners : Switzerland Global Enterprise and the Egyptian-Swiss Business Circle took part in the ceremony.
- Bilateral relations : Switzerland is among the top ten investors in Egypt.
Key figures
- 2.3 billion dollars : trade between Switzerland and Egypt in 2025.
- 500 Swiss companies : companies operating in Egypt.
- 25,000 jobs : direct jobs created by these companies.
In short
The CCIG and SwissCham Egypt are formalising their cooperation. They will facilitate contacts between companies and the sharing of information. The agreement builds on already solid economic ties.
