Egypt has announced a new cabinet under Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouly, appointing experts to key roles in culture, industry, and planning. The reshuffle aims to bolster economic and cultural development. The appointments were revealed by Speaker of the House Hesham Badawy on Tuesday.
In a move to strengthen cultural and economic policies, Egypt appointed Gihane Zaki as Minister of Culture, succeeding Nevine Al-Kilani who held the post from August 2022 to June 2024, and Ines Abdel-Dayem, the first woman in the role from January 2018 to August 2022. Zaki becomes the third woman to lead the ministry; she is an Egyptology expert with experience managing museums, including heading the Grand Egyptian Museum, representing Egypt at UNESCO, and receiving the French Legion of Honour in 2025.
Khaled Hashem was appointed Minister of Industry and Trade, succeeding Kamel Al-Wazir, to drive industrial development and boost exports. Hashem brings international expertise as President for the Middle East and Africa at Honeywell, with over 30 years in energy and infrastructure projects, plus roles in Egypt's Sovereign Fund.
Diaa Rashwan was named Minister of State for Information, following his leadership of the State Information Service since June 2017 and coordination of the National Dialogue since June 2022. He has a journalistic and academic background, including a master's in political history from Sorbonne University and over 25 books on political affairs.
Ahmed Rostom took over as Minister of Planning and Economic Development, succeeding Rania Al-Mashat, with experience at the World Bank and Egyptian banks. His work focuses on financial policies and the green economy. The new lineup reflects integrating global expertise to support Egypt's national development agenda.