Mahmoud Mohieldin is one of Egypt’s most influential global economic figures, with a career that spans national government, multilateral development institutions, climate diplomacy, and academia. An economist by training, he has built a reputation as a pragmatic reformer and strategic thinker capable of bridging emerging market priorities with the frameworks of global financial governance. His work centers on sustainable development, climate finance, economic reform, and inclusive growth—areas that increasingly define the global policy agenda.

Mohieldin first rose to prominence in Egypt as Minister of Investment from 2004 to 2010, during a critical period of economic restructuring. In that role, he led reforms aimed at modernizing Egypt’s investment climate, restructuring state-owned enterprises, enhancing corporate governance, and expanding private sector participation. His tenure was marked by efforts to streamline regulation, attract foreign direct investment, and improve market transparency. These reforms positioned Egypt as a more competitive emerging market during a time of increasing globalization and regional economic shifts.