Speaking at the 5G Technology Forum in Cairo on Monday, Talaat said the telecoms sector had significantly developed over the past decade and called 5G “a qualitative leap” in how people work, live and connect.
The event was organized by public policy firm Moharram & Partners and attended by ambassadors and representatives from the US, European Union (EU), Japan and major tech firms.
Talaat noted Egypt’s spectrum strategy was developed in line with international standards, citing the country’s hosting of the World Radiocommunication Conference in 2019.
Massad Boulos, senior adviser for Arab and Middle Eastern Affairs to US President Donald Trump, said the forum showed growing cooperation with Egypt and called for increased investment across Africa.
"Such conferences and companies represent a fundamental pillar for expanding cooperation with our Egyptian partners, as well as our partners in the EU, Sweden, Japan, and Finland," he added.
U.S. Senior Advisor to the President for Africa and for Arab and Middle East Affairs Massad Boulos said: “President Trump has been very clear that mutually beneficial trade and investment are a top priority - particularly in critical and emerging technologies such as 5G which will provide the backbone of the global economy over the next decade and will power economic growth and prosperity for companies and societies around the world. The United States is committed to supporting our companies and trusted vendors as we work together to make 5G a reality in Egypt, putting security and mutual prosperity at the forefront of everything we do together.”
Moharram & Partners CEO Sherif El-Badawy described the forum as a strategic step toward aligning public and private efforts in Egypt’s digital transformation.
“The 5G Technology Forum is more than a technical event — it’s a strategic platform bringing together decision-makers, industry leaders and government institutions to chart the future of Egypt’s telecommunications sector,” stated Sherif El-Badawy, ambassador and CEO of Moharram & Partners. “With participation from ambassadors representing the US, Japan, and several European countries, the forum fosters meaningful partnerships aimed at accelerating 5G deployment and positioning Egypt as a regional hub for digital innovation.”
The event drew participation from major tech firms, including Ericsson, Nokia, Intel, IBM, Cisco, and Rakuten Symphony.
Kevin Murphy, Ericsson’s Vice President for North East Africa, said the company remained focused on “building future-ready networks” and enhancing regional collaboration on 5G and cybersecurity.
Telecom Egypt CEO Mohamed Nasr said the company was the first to receive a 5G licence through its retail brand WE, and would continue expanding services to meet the evolving demands of customers.
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