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Egypt under President Sisi pursues a dual-track foreign policy of strategic regional realignment with Turkey and Saudi Arabia while managing acute security pressures from the Gaza conflict, as domestic economic initiatives and social stability measures proceed.
February 2026
Week of Feb 16, compared to 12-week average
consistently favourable and authoritative
The economy shows active diversification and investment mobilization. The Central Bank of Egypt considers a rate cut as inflation cools and reserves hit a record high, while the government launches a joint maritime venture with East Africa and rolls out a 'Citizen Bond' through post offices. New energy discoveries in the Western desert add significant daily production.
Foreign policy is dominated by strategic realignment and high-level diplomacy. Egypt and Turkey upgraded relations to a strategic level during President Erdogan's visit, while President Sisi held talks with Saudi Arabia's Mohammed bin Salman on Gaza and regional de-escalation. Domestically, the House of Representatives approved a major Cabinet reshuffle.
Security is focused on the volatile Gaza border and regional military posture. The Rafah crossing reopened with strict Israeli limits, while Egypt committed to training Palestinian forces for Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu warned that Egypt's military is 'getting stronger', and a report indicated Egypt used drones against the RSF in Sudan.
The dominant tension is between state control over public safety and digital spaces, and routine social administration. The government blocked the online platform Roblox over children's safety concerns and authorities in Alexandria cracked down on food violations, while official messaging assures sufficient essential commodities amid regional escalation and governors conduct cultural and ceremonial events.
