SwissCham Gala 2026
The Swiss Chamber of Commerce in Egypt held its annual SwissCham Gala 2026 under the theme “Two Nations… One Shared Impact – A Legacy Beyond Generations,” bringing together senior government officials, diplomats, and business leaders to celebrate the enduring economic partnership between Egypt and Switzerland.
The event, held at the Swiss Residence in Cairo, welcomed high-level attendees, including H.E. Mr. Ahmed Kouchouk, Minister of Finance of Egypt, as the Keynote Speaker, alongside senior representatives of Egypt’s economic and regulatory institutions, members of the diplomatic corps, and executives from leading international and local companies operating in Egypt.
Throughout the evening, guests engaged in discussions on economic growth, investment, sustainability, and the evolving opportunities for cooperation between Egypt and Switzerland.
The program featured keynote addresses and leadership insights from prominent public and private sector figures, highlighting the importance of responsible leadership, innovation, and cross-border collaboration in driving long-term economic impact.
Reflecting the Chamber’s commitment to creating impact beyond business, part of the Gala’s proceeds were dedicated to supporting El Nas Hospital, the event’s CSR beneficiary.
The Gala also served as a platform to reaffirm SwissCham Egypt’s role in fostering dialogue, strengthening bilateral ties, and building meaningful partnerships that contribute to sustainable growth and shared prosperity for both nations.
Featured Speakers & Leadership Insights
• H.E. Mr. Ahmed Kouchouk – Minister of Finance of Egypt | Keynote Speaker
• H.E. Dr. Andreas Baum – Ambassador of Switzerland to Egypt | Honorary Host
• Eng. Kamal Abdel Malek – President, SwissCham Egypt | Host
• Dr. Youssef Boutros Ghali – Former Minister of Finance | Recipient of the SwissCham Egypt Excellence in Leadership Award
• Mr. Ahmed Hammad, Chairman of ABB Egypt
• Mr. Khaled El Dokani, CEO of Lafarge Egypt – a Member of Holcim Group
• Ms. Jihane Hatem El Murr, Country President of Novartis Egypt
• Mr. Ayman Abbas – Treasurer and Board Member, El Nas Hospital | CSR Beneficiary Representative
• Mr. Stefano Mazzone, General Manager of Roche Pharma Egypt
