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Radwa Kamouna
General Authority for Investment & Free Zones, Egypt
Head of the Central Department of International Relations
Description
Mrs. Radwa Kamouna is a distinguished leader in international investment relations, currently serving as the Head of the Central Department of International Relations at the Promotion Sector in GAFI since August 2019. In this capacity, she plays a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening GAFI’s global partnerships and investment frameworks.
She oversees two critical departments:
1. The General Department for International Cooperation and Organizations – This department focuses on establishing institutional cooperation frameworks with internal and external partners of GAFI. Through strategic collaborations, it fosters bilateral cooperation, facilitates knowledge exchange, and promotes the sharing of successful experiences. Additionally, the department maintains robust engagement with international and regional organizations, enabling GAFI to leverage technical assistance programs that enhance both internal operations and external outreach.
2. The General Department for International Investment Agreements – This department is responsible for updating and refining bilateral, regional, and multilateral investment agreements. By staying ahead of global trends in Investment and Investor Agreements (IIAs), it ensures GAFI’s alignment with international best practices. This proactive approach contributes to sustainable development goals while maintaining a balance between investor interests and the state’s regulatory rights.
Beyond her leadership role at GAFI, Mrs. Kamouna holds key positions in international investment organizations. In February 2023, she was appointed as a Board Member of ANIMA, representing GAFI on ANIMA’s Board of Directors. Additionally, she has been a member of the FDI Advisory Board at the OECD and the Multi-Stakeholder Platform for IIA Reform at UNCTAD since 2023, reinforcing her influence in global investment policy dialogues.
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