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Prime Minister Reviews Central Bank Pavilion at Cairo ICT 2026

Saturday 7 November 2026 11:19
Prime Minister Reviews Central Bank Pavilion at Cairo ICT 2026

High-Level Delegation Explores Advanced Banking Solutions

Egyptian Prime Minister Dr. Moustafa Madbouly reviewed the Central Bank of Egypt’s (CBE) latest initiatives during a visit to its pavilion at the 30th Cairo International Technology Exhibition and Conference (Cairo ICT 2026), hosted at the Egypt International Exhibition Center from November 7 to 10, 2026. Accompanying the Prime Minister were Eng. Raafat Hendy, Minister of Communications and IT; Dr. Mohamed Farid, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade; Dr. Ahmed Kouchouk, Minister of Finance; and Dr. Islam Azzam, Chairman of the Financial Regulatory Authority, alongside Ehab Nasr, Assistant Sub-Governor of the CBE.

Spotlight on Digital Credit and Next-Gen Payments

The delegation examined key financial innovations, notably the joint digital lending initiative between the CBE and the Egyptian Credit Bureau (iScore), as well as the rollout of Google Pay services across Egypt. The showcase also highlighted card tokenization technology and featured a video presentation outlining national milestones in financial inclusion and digital infrastructure.

Driving Innovation Under "AI in Action"

Held under the auspices of the Cabinet and the CBE, the 2026 edition centers on the theme "AI in Action," bringing together leading government entities, regulatory bodies, and major financial institutions.