The All India Association of Industries and World Trade Center Mumbai, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Egypt in Mumbai, organised an interactive session titled “Doing Business with Egypt” at World Trade Center Mumbai. The event brought together exporters, investors, entrepreneurs, and trade stakeholders to discuss expanding commercial and investment opportunities between India and Egypt.
H.E. Dahlia Mohamed Nazih Mohamed Tawakol, Consul General of Egypt in Mumbai, delivered the keynote address and highlighted the strong historical relationship shared by both nations. She stated, “Egypt and India share longstanding historical bilateral relations. The Strategic Partnership Agreement signed in June 2023, and the first round of the Egypt-India Strategic Dialogue held in October 2025 have strengthened cooperation in digital public infrastructure, fintech, startups, and artificial intelligence. Both countries are committed to scaling bilateral trade to USD 12 billion in the coming years.”
She further added, “Egypt is focused on creating a more conducive business and investment environment while actively supporting small and medium enterprises. The country offers significant opportunities across renewable energy and green hydrogen, tourism and hospitality, agriculture and agribusiness, IT services and business process outsourcing, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, logistics and transportation. Egypt has established more than 95 industrial free zones to facilitate investments, industrial expansion, and export-oriented growth.”
Vijay Kalantri, President of the All India Association of Industries and Chairman of World Trade Center Mumbai, highlighted the growing economic collaboration between the two countries. He said, “India and Egypt share a strong strategic partnership and enjoy steadily growing economic relations, with bilateral trade around USD 5 billion and a shared vision to cross USD 12 billion by 2030. Egypt offers significant opportunities in sectors such as logistics, manufacturing, tourism, natural resources, and connectivity through the Suez Canal, which continues to play a crucial role in global cargo movement, trade efficiency, and international competitiveness.”
He further remarked, “Tourism is a major economic activity that promotes cultural understanding, networking, and long-term business relationships. Egypt is globally admired for its heritage, pyramids, Nile cruises, festivals, and hospitality, and serves as a strategic gateway not only to African markets, but also to the Mediterranean and Middle East regions. Greater exchanges between businesses and citizens of both countries will further deepen economic cooperation, investment, and mutual growth.”
Dina Albahey, Vice Consul at the Consulate General of Egypt in Mumbai, shared insights into the visa process and stated, “The visa procedures are simple and the requirements are straightforward. Egypt offers single-entry, multiple-entry, and five-year visas for eligible applicants. Investors can qualify as shareholders or partners contributing to company capital, supported by recommendations from GAFI.”
Speaking about connectivity between the two countries, Dalia Hafez said, “This year marks the 94th anniversary of EgyptAir. We offer enhanced air connectivity between India and Egypt and continue to strengthen travel and business linkages between the two countries through our services.”
Concluding the session, Priya Pansare expressed optimism regarding future collaboration. She stated, “India and Egypt share significant scope for expanding bilateral trade and investment cooperation. Such interactive engagements play an important role in strengthening trade dialogue and fostering deeper business partnerships. World Trade Center Mumbai remains committed to facilitating greater economic cooperation and creating new avenues for bilateral trade and investment.”
The event concluded on a positive note, underlining the growing strategic partnership between India and Egypt and the strong potential for deeper economic engagement, business collaborations, and people-to-people connections.
