Environmental Diplomacy in Egyptian Foreign Policy (2015-2023): Challenges and Opportunities.

This study explores the role of environmental diplomacy within Egyptian foreign policy from 2015 to 2022, focusing on how Egypt has utilized environmental diplomacy to advance its national interests and influence global environmental policies. The research provides an analysis of the challenges and opportunities Egypt faced in its endeavor to become an active player on the international environmental stage, as well as evaluating the key strategies and initiatives implemented.
Throughout the specified period, Egypt heavily focused on issues such as climate change, water resource conservation, and sustainable development, emphasizing the importance of regional and international cooperation. The study illustrates how Egypt leveraged platforms like the Conference of the Parties (COP) to promote its stance and advocate for African interests in global climate negotiations.
Egypt encountered significant challenges, including the need to balance economic development with environmental conservation and securing international funding for environmental projects. However, Egypt achieved notable successes such as improving its water resource management and increasing its investments in renewable energy.
The study concludes with recommendations emphasizing the continued need to enhance Egypt's environmental diplomatic capabilities and the importance of bolstering international and regional cooperation to address shared environmental challenges. It also calls for increased transparency and community participation in environmental decision-making to ensure equitable and sustainable development.
Keywords: Environmental Diplomacy
Foreign Policy, Climate Change, Sustainable Development, Water Security, Renewable Energy, Environmental Negotiations, Environmental