Egypt, Norway tackle green energy technology

Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Karim Badawi affirmed on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, the depth of ties between Egypt and Norway, praising Norway’s pioneering experience in managing energy resources and developing technology, as well as the role played by major Norwegian companies as distinguished models in both conventional and renewable energy sectors.

The remarks came during a meeting held between the petroleum minister and Norwegian Ambassador to Egypt Erik Husem, during which they discussed means of supporting the strategic partnership between the two countries in the energy sector, particularly in the fields of green transition, carbon emissions reduction and the expansion of sustainable energy projects, in addition to exploring opportunities to attract investments from Norwegian companies in gas exploration activities in Egypt.

The minister pointed to Egypt’s interest in attracting major Norwegian companies to operate in gas exploration activities in the country, foremost among them Equinor. The meeting reviewed the company’s investment opportunities in exploration, prospecting and production activities in the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea, in light of the promising opportunities offered by these areas.