Egypt Annual Program Statement
This grant seeks proposals for projects in Egypt that promote U.S. commercial interests by advancing trade, economic growth, and American business involvement in key sectors like energy, technology, and infrastructure.
Funder: Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs
Due Dates: August 31, 2026 (full application deadline for initial panel) | January 1, 2099 (final deadline; rolling review after Aug 31, 2026)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000,000 per award; typical project period is 12–36 months; multiple awards expected.
Summary: Supports projects in Egypt advancing U.S. commercial diplomacy and economic, security, and diplomatic objectives, with a focus on promoting U.S. enterprise, technology, and strategic priorities.
Key Information: Applications after Aug 31, 2026 reviewed on a rolling basis; no mandatory cost share; open to a wide range of organization types.
Description
This opportunity, administered by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs (NEA/AC), solicits proposals for projects in Egypt that advance U.S. commercial diplomacy and align with American economic, security, and diplomatic interests. The program aims to leverage U.S. assistance as a tool of statecraft, prioritizing projects that promote trade over aid, catalyze private capital, and position U.S. businesses and technologies as preferred partners in Egypt.
Eligible sectors include, but are not limited to:
- Energy development and exports
- Trade facilitation
- Emerging technologies (especially AI and telecommunications)
- Critical infrastructure (aviation, transport, 5G)
- Critical minerals
- Regional economic integration
- Advanced manufacturing
- Workforce training aligned with U.S. business needs
- Economic recovery in conflict-affected areas
Project designs should demonstrate how proposed activities will expand opportunities for U.S. firms, embed U.S. standards and technologies, and deliver measurable benefits for both Egypt and American interests. Awards may be made as grants, fixed amount awards, or cooperative agreements, with substantial involvement from the Department of State possible in cooperative agreements.
