Sherif Ismail

Prime Minister of Egypt

Sherif Ismail - Prime Minister of Egypt
Born

1955
70 years ago

Died

February 4th, 2023
2 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Egypt

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Served as the 53rd Prime Minister of Egypt from 2015 to 2018. Focused on economic reform and infrastructure projects during tenure. Initiated projects aimed at improving the energy sector and housing developments. Held positions in the oil and gas sector prior to premiership, contributing to national policies in these industries.

Implemented significant economic reforms

Oversaw major infrastructure projects

Served as Minister of Petroleum

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