Egypt will host a G20 meeting for the first time in history, marking a major milestone in the country’s growing international role. The event, set to take place in Cairo from September 1 to 3, 2025, will also be the first official G20 meeting held outside the group’s member states since its founding in 1999.
Ambassador Ragy El-Etreby, the President’s Personal Representative to the G20, emphasized the importance of this development:
“This exceptional event is the culmination of Egypt’s distinguished participation as a guest country in the group’s meetings and recognition of its regional influence and tangible contribution to global issues.”
The meeting will be organized in coordination with South Africa, which currently holds the G20 presidency. The central theme will be global food security, a pressing challenge exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, climate change, and supply chain disruptions.
Representatives from G20 member states, guest countries, international organizations, and financial institutions will participate. Discussions are expected to focus on the outcomes of the G20 Food Security Working Group and negotiations for a joint ministerial statement. This draft statement will be finalized in South Africa on September 19 and presented to world leaders at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg on November 22–23, 2025.
Hosting this landmark event underscores Egypt’s rising diplomatic influence and its commitment to amplifying the priorities of developing nations, especially across Africa. It highlights Cairo’s determination to position itself as a bridge between the Global South and major economies.
By becoming the first non-member state to host an official G20 meeting, Egypt sets a precedent that reflects its ambition to shape international dialogue on critical issues affecting millions worldwide.
