Egyptian National Competitiveness Council (ENCC)
Eighth Annual Conference: “A Sustainable Competitiveness Strategy for Egypt”
September 18, 2012
To register to attend the conference, kindly contact us at info@encc.org.eg
Agenda
08:30 a.m.
9:00 – 9:10 a.m.
09:10 – 09:20 a.m.
10:15 – 10:30 a.m.
Arrival and Registration
Introduction about ENCC by Amina Ghanem, Executive Director Bio
Welcome and Opening Remarks ENCC: Pioneer Advocate for Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth
Mr. Seif Fahmy, Chairman, Egyptian National Competitiveness Council Bio
Introduction of the Sustainable Competitiveness Strategy for Egypt
Dr. Mona El-Baradei, Professor of Economics, Former Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Political Science, Executive Director, Egyptian
Banking Institute (EBI) Bio
Keynote Speech
Dr. Mohamed Fathy Sakr, Advisor to His Excellency, Dr. Ashraf El-Araby, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, On Behalf of Ministry
Keynote Speech
His Excellency, Mr. Hesham Zaazou, Minister of Tourism Bio
Q&A Session
10:30 – 10:45 a.m.
Coffee Break and Juices
10:45 – 11:00 a.m.
Interviews
11:00 – 12:15 p.m.
Session 1: A Competitive Economy with Social Inclusiveness
Egypt’s ranking on the Global Competitiveness Index has consistently been lower than many of its peers. The session analyzes Egypt’s
performance and the causes behind it, highlighting opportunities for improved competitiveness, inclusive growth and social justice. While the
country faces many challenges, there are also opportunities for improved competitiveness, growth and social justice. More details are provided in
the 2012 ENCC report, Chapter 2 (Egypt’s 2011 Competitiveness Indicators: Striking a Balance for Equitable Growth) and Chapter 6
(Macroeconomic Stability with Social Inclusiveness(
09:20 – 09:45 a.m.
09:45 – 10:00 a.m.
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
Presentation (15 minutes):
Dr. Malak Reda, Senior Economist at the Egyptian Center for Economic Studies Bio
Mrs. Amina Ghanem, Executive Director of the Egyptian National Competitiveness Council
Discussion (45 minutes) moderated by:
Dr. Hany Sary El-Din, Professor and Head of the Department of Commercial Law, Cairo University
Panelists:
His Excellency, Dr. Gouda Abdel Khalek, former Minister of Solidarity and Social Justice
Dr. Mona Makram Ebeid, Professor of Political Science, American University in Cairo Bio
Dr. Saleh El Sheikh, Assistant Professor, Cairo University and Director of the Public Administration Research and Consultation Center
Dr. Ahmad Heikal, Founder and Chairman, Citadel Capital Bio
Mr. Sami Al-Quraini, CEO, Emirates Heights
Mr. Ayman Farouk, Member in the Economic Committee, Nour Party
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Egyptian National Competitiveness Council (ENCC)
Eighth Annual Conference: “A Sustainable Competitiveness Strategy for Egypt”
September 18, 2012
To register to attend the conference, kindly contact us at info@encc.org.eg
Agenda
12:15 – 1:30 p.m.
1:30 – 1:45 p.m.
1:45 – 3:00 p.m.
Q & A Session (15 minutes )
Session 2: Achieving Food Security in Egypt
Egypt is facing a looming food security crisis as reflected in a large negative balance in food trade. This is aggravated by the growing scarcity of
water resources. In addition, there is evidence of misuse of food resources and subsidies. This session will define national food security, discuss
the seriousness of the threat of food insecurity and explore strategies to avert it over the next 5 years. More details are provided in an ENCC
working paper that will soon be uploaded on ENCC’s website.
Presentation (15 minutes):
Dr. Abla Abdel Latif, Professor of Economics, American University in Cairo
Discussion (45 minutes) moderated by:
Mr. Tarek Tawfik, Head of Food Security and Safety Sub-council, ENCC Bio
Panelists:
His Excellency, Eng. Hatem Saleh, Minister of Industry and Trade
Dr. Saad Nasar, Former Governor of Fayoum
Mr. Ahmad Eissa, Freedom and Justice Party, in charge of Bread File, (one of five files in the 100 Presidential days quick wins)
Mr. Ayman Korra, Chairman, Consukorra, Member, ENCC Food Safety and Security Sub-council, ENCC
Mr. Sibry Tapsoba, Resident Representative, African Development Bank Bio
Mr. Ali Kamel, Senior Economic Advisor, USAID Bio
Q & A Session (15 minutes )
Break
Session 3: Flagship Project: Suez Canal Corridor
While the Suez Canal generates a significant portion of the national GDP (2.5%), it is well recognized that there is considerable room for growth.
This session explores strategies for the Suez Canal to achieve its full potential in enhancing Egypt’s competitiveness, creating employment and
generating economic development across the whole corridor. More details are provided in the 2012 ENCC report, Chapter 7 (Short and Long Term
Initiatives: Quick Wins and Flagship Initiatives).
Presentation (15 minutes):
Dr. Ahmad El-Sayyad, Advisor Mega-projects, General Authority For Investment (GAFI) Bio
Moderator: Discussion (45 minutes) moderated by:
Mr. Seif Fahmy, Chairman, Egyptian National Competitiveness Council
Panelists:
His Excellency, Eng. Tarek Wafik, Minister of Housing
General Mohamed Shawki, Head of Sinai Development Authority
His Excellency, Dr. Essam Sharaf, Professor of Highway Engineering, and Former Prime Minister of Egypt Bio
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Egyptian National Competitiveness Council (ENCC)
Eighth Annual Conference: “A Sustainable Competitiveness Strategy for Egypt”
September 18, 2012
To register to attend the conference, kindly contact us at info@encc.org.eg
Agenda
Mr. Sherin Hassan, Deputy of Minister of Maritime Transport
Dr. Ali Basiouny, Researcher in Economics of Marine Transportation
Mr. Wael Kaddour, Former Member in the Suez Canal Authority
Mr. Ashraf Dowidar, Consultant
Dr. Rasha Abdel Hakim, Senior Economist, USAID Bio
Q & A Session (15 minutes )
3:00 – 3:45 p.m.
3:45 – 5:00 p.m.
Lunch
Session 4: Investing in People: Labor Competitiveness, Innovation and Employment
This session highlights the crucial role played by education and innovation in empowering the labor force to drive competitiveness. A valuable
discussion can be found in Chapter 3 (Investing in People), and Chapter 4 (The Innovation Pillar of the Proposed Egyptian Competitiveness
Strategy).
Presentation (15 minutes):
Dr. Naglaa El-Ahwany, Professor of Economics, Faculty of Economics, Cairo
Dr. Abeer Shakweer, Advisor to Minister of Communication and Information Technology Bio
Discussion (45 minutes) moderated by:
Dr. Ahmad Galal, Managing Director, Economic Research Forum
Panelists:
His Excellency, Dr. Ahmed El Borai, Former Minister of Labor Bio
Mrs. Ghada Waly, Secretary General, Social Fund for Development (SFD) Bio
Mrs. Shahinaz Reda, Education for Employment Foundation
Mr. Nabil Emasha, Head of Marketing Department, EMAAR Misr
Q & A Session (15 minutes )
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Session 5: Egypt’s Competitiveness Strategy: ENCC Proposal
This session will present a framework for a competitiveness strategy for Egypt using the existing challenges as opportunities to create jobs and
drive economic development.
Introduction by ENCC’s chairman, Mr. Seif Fahmy (5 minutes)
Keynote Speech (15 minutes)
His Excellency. Dr. Hesham Kandil, Prime Minister
Discussion (40 minutes) moderated by:
Mr. Emad El-Din Adeeb, Good News
Panelists:
His Excellency, Mr. Ossama Saleh, Minister of Investment and Chairman of GAFI Bio
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Egyptian National Competitiveness Council (ENCC)
Eighth Annual Conference: “A Sustainable Competitiveness Strategy for Egypt”
September 18, 2012
To register to attend the conference, kindly contact us at info@encc.org.eg
Agenda
His Excellency, Mr. Hisham Zaazou, Minister of Tourism
His Excellency, Dr. Ashraf El-Araby, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation
His Excellency, Eng. Tarek Wafik, Minister of Housing
Mr. Hassan Malek, Head of “Tawassol” Presidential Committee
Dr. Mona El-Baradei, Professor of Economics, Former Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Political Science, Executive Director,
Egyptian Banking Institute (EBI)
Dr. Aballah Shihata, Head of Economic Committee, Freedom and Justice Party
Dr. Tarek Shaalan, Head of the Economic Committee, Nour Party
Dr. Ahmad Deif, Nile University, Advisor to President Morsi
Mr. Hisham El-Khazindar, Co-Founder and Managing Director, Citadel Capital Bio
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