Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi has tasked outgoing Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly with forming a new government, following Madbouly’s resignation earlier on Monday.
President Al-Sisi has instructed Madbouly to assemble a government of individuals with exceptional competencies and expertise. The new government will focus on several key areas, including safeguarding National security, by addressing regional and international challenges to Egyptian national security.
He also outlined the focus on human development and prioritising health and education initiatives, as well as enhancing political participation by
expanding opportunities for political engagement.
Moreover, priorities include security and stability, building on past achievements in counter-terrorism and maintaining security and stability.
On cultural and national awareness, Al-Sisi prioritised promoting moderate religious discourse and reinforcing concepts of citizenship and societal peace.
The President’s directives for the new government also emphasise the continuation of economic reforms, including attracting and increasing local and foreign investments, fostering private sector growth, and addressing rising prices, inflation, and market volatility.
The Egyptian President instructed the current government to continue serving in a caretaker capacity until a new government is formed.
Prime Minister Madbouly expressed his gratitude to his colleagues, including ministers, governors, deputies, and all government members, for their dedicated service under challenging circumstances.
Madbouly Cabinet sees multiple reshuffles since 2018 formation
Egypt’s 124th Cabinet, formed by Prime Minister Madbouly and sworn in on June 14, 2018, has undergone several changes since its inception.
Reshuffles occurred in February and December 2019, with additional adjustments made throughout the following years.
In July 2020, Mohamed Ahmed Morsi Khalaf Allah was appointed Minister of State for Military Production. Osama Hassan Atwa Heikal resigned as Minister of State for Information in April 2021.
In October 2021, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Khaled Atef Abdel Ghaffar Mohamed,temporarily took on the responsibilities of Minister of Health and Population, Hala Zayed, during her recovery.
Most recently, a presidential decree on August 13, 2022, led to the appointment of several ministers, who were sworn in on August 14, 2022.
