Madbouly said the project would expand the capacity of Egypt's principal air gateway to meet growing demand for international travel and tourism, while reinforcing Cairo's position as a regional aviation hub linking Africa, Asia, and Europe.
El-Hefny described the terminal as a strategic investment in Egypt's aviation sector, saying it is intended to improve the airport's competitiveness, increase transit traffic, and attract more international airlines.
He said the project would incorporate artificial intelligence, digital technologies, and smart operating systems to improve passenger services and operational efficiency, while applying international environmental and sustainability standards.
According to the ministry, the terminal forms part of Egypt's broader plan to expand airport capacity and support the country's target of attracting 30 million tourists annually.
Cairo International Airport handled 30.94 million passengers in 2025, up 6.8 percent from 28.97 million a year earlier, while aircraft movements increased 4.8 percent to 224,303. Passenger traffic rose a further 9 percent year-on-year to more than eight million during the first quarter of 2026.
Earlier government estimates put the cost of Terminal 4 at about $4.5 billion, with construction expected to take four years. The project includes a new passenger terminal, aircraft stands, operational facilities and upgraded air navigation systems.
Egypt is also seeking private-sector participation in the management and development of 11 airports, including Hurghada, Sharm El-Sheikh, Sphinx, Luxor, Aswan, and Alamein.
The meeting was attended by El-Hefny, Presidential Adviser for Financial Affairs Lieutenant General Ahmed El-Shazly, Cairo Airport Company Chairman Magdy Ishaq, representatives of Dar Al-Handasah and other government officials.
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