High-level visit to Suez Canal Economic Zone showcases the impact of the collaboration between United Nations’ Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Switzerland and Egypt on promoting Eco-industrial Parks as drivers of sustainable industrial development

High-level visit to Suez Canal Economic Zone showcases the impact of the collaboration between United Nations’ Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Switzerland and Egypt on promoting Eco-industrial Parks as drivers of sustainable industrial development

High-level visit to Suez Canal Economic Zone showcases the impact of the collaboration between United Nations’ Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Switzerland and Egypt on promoting Eco-industrial Parks as drivers of sustainable industrial development

The visit of Minister Ahmed Samir, Ambassador Yvonne Baumann and Ms. Monica Rubiolo, representative of the Swiss State Secretariat of Economic Affairs (SECO) to the Suez Canal Economic Zone marks a significant milestone in the collaborative efforts of the United Nations’ Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Switzerland and the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MoTI) in Egypt to highlight the role of Eco-industrial parks (EIPs) in promoting sustainability and resource efficiency. Taking place today 29 April 2024, this visit underscores the tangible outcomes of the Global Eco-Industrial Parks Programme (GEIPP) in Egypt, emphasising the commitment to fostering inclusive and environmentally responsible economic growth within the country. Accompanied by esteemed dignitaries, including a delegation from the Ministry of International Cooperation, the United Nation’s Resident Coordinator, Ms. Elena Panova, the UNIDO Regional Office Hub Representative Mr. Patrick Jean Gilabert, the Division Chief of Circular Economy and Chemicals Management, UNIDO Headquarters, Mr. Smail Alhilali, the Chairman of the Suez Canal Economic Zone Mr. Walid Gmaleldeen and the Chairman of Orascom Industrial Park Mr. Amr Elbatrik, Ambassador Baumann and Ms. Rubiolo’s visit emphasizes the transformative potential of Eco-industrial parks across economic, environmental, and social domains.

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