Mahmoud Esmat Pledges To Enhance Egypt's Electricity Services
Date
7/3/2024 11:14:42 PM
(MENAFN- Daily News Egypt) Mahmoud Esmat has assumed his new role as Egypt's Minister of Electricity and renewable Energy, succeeding Mohamed Shaker in Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly's government.
Esmat has outlined his commitment to improving the quality of electricity services and addressing power outages, aligning with President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi's directives to enhance the electrical supply and services provided to citizens.
Esmat emphasized the strategic importance of the electricity sector, highlighting that a reliable electricity supply is crucial for national security and essential for the country's economic and social development.
Esmat's extensive background in electrical engineering and his leadership roles in various sectors bolster his new position. Born in Cairo Governorate, Esmat holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Cairo University and a PhD in Electrical Power Engineering from Dalhousie University in Canada.
His career began in academia as a faculty member at Cairo University's Faculty of Engineering, followed by engineering positions at the Suez Canal Authority and the Shipbuilding Company in Ismailia and Port Said.
His leadership experience includes serving as Chairperson of the Cairo Airport Company from 2013 to 2014 and Chairman of the Holding Company for Airports and Air Navigation from 2014 to 2016. Since 2016, he has been the Chairman of the Cairo Glass Manufacturing Company. Esmat has also been serving as the Minister of Public Enterprise Sector since August 2022.
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