President Al-Sisi closely follows up on Egypt–Saudi Arabia power interconnection project

Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Esmat said that the Egypt–Saudi Arabia electricity interconnection project is receiving significant attention and direct follow-up from President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, given its vital role in enhancing the efficiency and stability of the unified power grid and optimising the use of generation capacities in both countries during peak demand periods.

Esmat underlined the importance of the project, which links the two largest electrical networks in the region and serves as a cornerstone for broader Arab power interconnection. He explained that the initiative aims to establish an integrated power network between Egypt and Saudi Arabia, enabling flexible energy exchange and paving the way for a unified Arab electricity market.

The minister noted that Egypt’s electricity sector is advancing under a clear vision and comprehensive strategy to improve energy system efficiency and implement both urgent and sustainable measures to stabilise the national grid and enhance service quality. He also highlighted the state’s ongoing efforts to expand electricity interconnection with Europe and increase reliance on renewable energy while reducing dependence on fossil fuels.

The Egypt–Saudi Arabia power interconnection project, with a capacity of 3,000 megawatts, is the first of its kind in the Middle East in terms of scale, technology, and advanced systems used for grid interconnection and operation.