Egypt
Singapore and Egypt share longstanding economic relations, underpinned by strong trade and investment flows, as well as strong business links. Both countries continue to strengthen economic cooperation through the Egypt-Singapore Bilateral Investment Treaty.
Last updated on 12 November 2026
Singapore-Egypt Economic Relations
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo during President Tharman’s State Visit to Egypt on 20 September 2025.
Singapore and Egypt have maintained warm and constructive bilateral relations since establishing diplomatic ties in 1966. The two countries share a strong foundation of cooperation across trade, investment, and economic development particularly given Egypt's port capabilities in the Suez Canal, which is vital to global shipping routes that Singapore's port economy depends on.
Bilateral Agreements involving Egypt
Egypt-Singapore Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)
Entered into force on 20 March 2002, it aims to promote cross-border investments between Singapore and Egypt by offering legal protections and certainty, as well as dispute resolution mechanisms.
Egypt-Singapore Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreement (DTA)
Entered into force on 27 January 2004, the agreement is designed to promote cross-border trade and investment by providing greater tax certainty for businesses and individuals operating between the two countries.