Subject to approval by the IMF Executive Board, the completion of the reviews would unlock total financing of around $1.6 billion, including $1.5 billion under the EFF arrangement and $136 million under the RSF facility.
He also said Egypt’s engagement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) remains important not only for financing, but also for technical coordination and reform monitoring, with continued cooperation expected as policy implementation progresses.
Kozack said the IMF team will discuss the policies and measures needed to achieve the program’s objectives and support a strong, sustainable economic path that benefits all Egyptians.
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva reaffirmed strong support for Egypt during talks with President El-Sisi in Kenya.
Azour said Egypt’s policy response has been “notable” in its efforts to manage spillovers from the conflict, speaking at the launch of the IMF’s April 2026 Regional Economic Outlook on the sidelines of the Spring Meetings of the IMF and World Bank.
