Egypt's Shift from Gas Exporter to Importer

The article discusses the shifts in Egypt's role as a regional hub for natural gas. While Egypt was aiming to export gas following significant discoveries, it has faced a decline in production and an increase in imports due to declining gas fields and technical problems, especially in the Zohr field. Additionally, regional crises, such as the closure of the Israeli Leviathan field, have led Egypt to depend more on liquefied natural gas imports, raising the import bill to approximately $10.7 billion in 2026-2027. Despite having solid infrastructure, political and geopolitical risks, along with logistical challenges, diminish the flexibility and assurances needed to establish Egypt as a permanent export center. The country continues to rely on its existing infrastructure, even though there is a need for new projects and strategic developments to ensure supply stability and reduce the deficit.

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