At a high-profile international event attended by H.E. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of International Cooperation, H.E. Hassan El-Khatib, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, along with senior leaders and officials from both the European and Egyptian sides, Mounir Nakhla, Founder & CEO of MNT-Halan, is participating in a session titled “Innovate to Elevate: Putting Research and Innovation at the Heart of Competitiveness.”
Successful Egyptian Model
During the summit, Nakhla presents MNT-Halan’s experience as a successful Egyptian model leading the digital transformation and promoting financial inclusion through innovative solutions that empower individuals and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The session underscores the pioneering role of Egypt’s private sector in driving economic development, innovation, and digital transformation.
The session, taking place this evening, highlights the importance of innovation and scientific research as fundamental pillars for strengthening industrial competitiveness and promoting sustainable investment between Egypt and the European Union. It features distinguished speakers including H.E. Hassan El-Khatib, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade; Ms. Ekaterina Zaharieva, European Commissioner for Startups, Research and Innovation; Mounir Nakhla, Founder & CEO of MNT-Halan; Roland Busch, CEO of Siemens AG; Stefan Wintels, CEO of KfW Development Bank; and Belvie Tursti, Director General of the European Training Foundation (ETF).
financial technology
The panel also focuses on the importance of strengthening public-private partnerships and highlights the role of Egypt’s private sector, represented by MNT-Halan, in driving innovation, financial technology, and digital transformation to support sustainable economic growth.
As Egypt and MENA’s first unicorn, MNT-Halan has successfully attracted international investment from leading global financial institutions, reinforcing Egypt’s position as a strategic partner in the region. The company’s success not only highlights the strength of Egypt’s entrepreneurial ecosystem but also cements the country’s role as a regional hub for innovation and investment.
The Summit
The summit, held under the patronage of H.E. President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, features extensive discussions on enhancing strategic investments, developing sustainable industrial value chains, and advancing innovation as a key driver of shared economic growth between Egypt and the European Union.
This participation comes as part of the broader framework of cooperation between the Egyptian government and the European Union. Mounir Nakhla’s presence at this landmark event reflects the confidence of Egypt’s leadership in the contribution of the private sector and its ability to deliver innovative solutions aligned with global trends. It also reinforces Egypt’s position as an active regional partner in financial technology, investment, the digital economy, and industry.