Planning Minister: Investing in Human Capital Key to Enhancing Government Performance

Egypt's Minister of Planning and Economic Development, Ahmed Rostom, emphasized that investing in human capital is a fundamental pillar for enhancing government performance and achieving sustainable development. He highlighted the vital role of knowledge-sharing and international cooperation in transferring expertise and adopting global best practices.

Rostom's remarks came during a meeting with a high-level delegation from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, led by Dean and Director General Charla Griffy-Brown. The discussion centered on future cooperation and strengthening partnerships in training and capacity-building programs. The minister stressed the importance of expanding strategic partnerships with both national and international institutions to broaden training opportunities and bolster national capabilities, reiterating that human capital development remains central to Egypt’s comprehensive sustainable development agenda.

The minister also detailed Egypt's ongoing efforts to translate digital visions into tangible actions through continuous development of human resources and workforce skills. He reviewed government initiatives aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and supporting startups, aligning with directives to accelerate the implementation of Egypt’s executive entrepreneurship program. Rostom stated that work is underway to establish a framework positioning Egypt as a regional hub for innovation, offering educational and financing opportunities for innovators and entrepreneurs.

Dean Griffy-Brown outlined Thunderbird's strategic vision, which prioritizes advancing artificial intelligence and digital transformation tools in government operations while ensuring human decision-making remains central in critical matters. She announced the school's interest in launching its "100 Million Learners" initiative in Egypt, describing the country as an ideal launch point due to its ambitious development agenda and supportive environment for building innovative and sustainable partnerships with tangible developmental impact.