The meeting, held at SCZONE’s headquarters in the New Capital, focused on attracting global investment to the zone, particularly in the electronics, textiles, ready-made garments, and automotive industries.
It was attended by senior officials from South Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy, representatives of the Korea Institute for International Economic Policy (KIEP), and SCZONE officials.
During the talks, Gamal El-Din reviewed the competitive advantages of the Suez Canal Economic Zone, highlighting the integration between its ports and industrial areas, its advanced infrastructure, and the network of free trade agreements that provide access to regional and global markets.
He stressed SCZONE’s commitment to localizing South Korean technology and expanding industrial partnerships, citing existing projects with Korean companies such as H&L and Samil in Qantara West, as well as Hyundai Rotem in East Port Said. He also noted that SCZONE plans to organize a promotional tour to South Korea in the near future to showcase investment opportunities in the zone.
For his part, Minister Yeo said South Korean companies are keen to invest in the Suez Canal Economic Zone. He underlined the importance of its strategic location and the trade privileges it offers as a gateway to African, Middle Eastern, and global markets.
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