Egypt: Where Pioneering Regulation Meets the Future of Global Markets
The selection of Egypt to host the 51st IOSCO Annual Meeting in 2026 is not merely a logistical decision; it is an acknowledgement of the nation's growing role as a regional hub for financial supervision and innovation. Egypt stands as a premier destination that successfully integrates regulatory leadership, economic ambition, and profound civilizational depth.
Why Egypt?
Positioned at the nexus of three continents, Egypt provides the optimal bridge for discussing the challenges and opportunities within emerging markets and aligning them with global standards.
We are committed to harmonizing our regulatory frameworks with IOSCO's best practices, particularly across crucial domains such as Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), combating financial crimes, and enhancing investor protection.
We extend a distinguished welcome to Sharm El Sheikh, the City of Peace, and an outstanding international location for hosting global summits and conferences, where organizational expertise meets state-of-art infrastructure and the unique natural beauty of the Red Sea Coasts.
Sharm El Sheikh serves as an advanced Egyptian model for sustainability and responsible development, providing an ideal environment for high-level dialogue on the future of global financial regulation. This setting is perfectly conducive to fostering stability, promoting innovation, and facilitating the exchange of best practices in alignment with the agenda of the IOSCO
Join us to collaborate on shaping a more stable and transparent future for global markets, all while enjoying authentic Egyptian hospitality and an unforgettable cultural experience.
1. Strategic Location: IOSCO's Gateway to Three Continents
Egypt is more than a geographical location; it is a global crossroads.
Regional Cross-Over Bridge
Egypt serves as an ideal pinpoint for dialogue among securities regulatory bodies from Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. This facilitates the cross-border exchange of knowledge and the crucial coordination of regulatory frameworks.
Regional Leadership
Through its growing role in fostering regional financial market connectivity, Egypt is the perfect spot for delegates to deliberate on the challenges and opportunities unique to emerging markets on a global stage.
Impact Across Dozens of Markets
The outcomes of the IOSCO meetings in Sharm El-Sheikh will have a direct influence on the design of regulatory policies across dozens of rapidly accelerating markets.
2. Pioneering Reforms: Full Commitment to IOSCO International Standards
The Egyptian financial sector has undergone a series of deep-rooted reforms, positioning it at the forefront of nations committed to modernizing their markets and ensuring a safe, reliable investment environment. These reforms include:
- Governance and Compliance: Harmonizing national legislation with international IOSCO standards and developing sophisticated mechanisms for investor protection.
- Combating Financial Crime: Strengthening regulatory frameworks for the detection of suspicious activities and improving comprehensive compliance mechanisms.
- Sustainable Finance: Demonstrating regional leadership in integrating disclosure requirements for environmental, social, and governance risks, fully aligned with the global IOSCO agenda.
- Regulatory Innovation: Launching innovative experimental environments, such as the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) Sandbox, to support FinTech and digital transformation under precise regulatory oversight.
These comprehensive reforms demonstrate an explicit commitment to building a responsible financial market that is synchronized with global developments.
3. Diverse Financial Market: Depth, Liquidity, and Direct Investment Opportunities
Egypt commands one of the largest financial markets in Africa and the Arab World, characterized by:
- Diverse Financial Instruments: A mature securities sector and a rapidly expanding non-banking financial sector encompassing capital markets, insurance, microfinance, financial leasing, and mortgage finance.
- Investment Appeal: Cairo offers a unique opportunity for participants to explore promising possibilities for Foreign Direct Investment within a resilient market and an extensible financial and legislative structure.
- Direct Emerging Markets Experience: Attendance provides delegates with practical, first-hand insight into the application of international standards within a dynamic, rapidly evolving market environment.
4. World-Class Infrastructure: Hosting with Efficiency and Excellence
Egypt has invested significantly in developing an infrastructure capable of supporting global conferences of IOSCO's magnitude
Advanced Convention Centers
Highly equipped facilities featuring cutting-edge technology to ensure effective sessions and seamless discussions.
Ease of Movement and Logistics
A modern transportation network, premium hotels, and integrated logistical services ensure the comfort and convenience of international participants.
5. Authentic Hospitality: An Unforgettable Cultural and Human Experience
In addition to the high-level professional agenda, Egypt offers its guests a unique cultural reward:
- Millennia-Old Civilization: From the Pyramids of Giza to the Grand Egyptian Museum, guests can embark on a profound journey through human history.
- Authentic Egyptian Hospitality: The inherent warmth and welcoming nature of the Egyptian people enrich the overall experience, providing an ideal environment for networking and relationship building.
Egypt is not merely the conference venue; it is an active partner in shaping the future of global financial regulation.