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During Prime Minister Dr. Moustafa Madbouly's visit to the National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) pavilion at Cairo ICT 2026, Eng. Mohamed Shamroukh, CEO of NTRA, reviewed the authority's key achievements and upcoming digital initiatives aimed at developing and safeguarding Egypt's telecommunications sector.

Future Projects to Strengthen Cybersecurity and Network Resilience

Eng. Mohamed Shamroukh announced NTRA’s plans to launch the National Cybersecurity Operations Center during the first quarter of 2027. He also revealed preparations to inaugurate the Network Emergency Center at Knowledge City in the New Administrative Capital during the first half of the same year, enhancing the resilience of the nation's digital infrastructure.

Child Protection Initiatives and Digital Safety

NTRA highlighted its latest services targeted at protecting vulnerable users online, most notably the "Et تطمن" (Be Reassured) and "Et تطمن 'Ala El Akhar" (Check on Others) initiatives, designed to safeguard children from internet risks and provide a secure digital environment.

Governance of Mobile Services and Digital Identity

The CEO reviewed the governance system for mobile lines and wallets as a core pillar of the unified digital identity framework. Additionally, he presented the electronic auction system, which enables transparent allocation of premium phone numbers using digital solutions.

International Partnerships and Spectrum Infrastructure Development

The presentation covered ongoing efforts to develop telecom infrastructure in smart and sustainable cities in partnership with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), along with upgrades to the radio spectrum monitoring system to ensure coverage efficiency and service quality.