Working Together For Egypt

A Prosperous Country, A Prosperous People 

For the past 30 years, the United States and Egypt collaborated closely as partners in economic development. The two countries built a strong and productive relationship, one that has resulted in an impressive legacy of major achievements. This partnership paves the way for a continuation of social and economic progress in future years. Millions of Egyptian citizens, men and women, in all parts of the country and of all ages, enjoy a higher quality of life as a result of the many programs initiated by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in conjunction with the Government of Egypt. 

All sectors of the economy, from agriculture, business, infrastructure, tourism, health, education, and the environment, have benefited from the cooperative efforts of the two countries and from the $28 billion in assistance resources that have been devoted to these efforts.

In 1975, the governments of the United States and Egypt set a course to meet several far-ranging challenges. Today, Egypt has a growing market-oriented economy, and a healthier and more educated population. The country enjoys more productive and efficient agriculture, cleaner water for its people, and advanced electrical and telecommunications facilities. Such achievements are important and Egypt continues to advance. The United States remains deeply committed to the partnership of our two countries as our relationship evolves from one based on aid to one rooted in trade and investment.