Human Rights and Governance

Switzerland takes a multi-dimensional and people-focused approach to promoting good governance. This includes efforts to strengthen the rule of law, promote inclusive rights and strengthen access to justice, especially for the most vulnerable groups, with particular attention to migrants, women, youth, and children. To help public institutions work better for citizens, Switzerland supports efforts to enhance institutional capacity, improve internal management and ensure they can operate independently. Switzerland also supports macro-economic reforms that help the government manage its finances more effectively, enhance domestic revenue mobilization and create more room to invest in public services.

These reforms, in line with Egypt’s Vision 2030, aim to make the economy stronger, fairer and more transparent. At the same time, Switzerland encourages open dialogue between government, civil society, universities and international partners, to help shape policies that reflect people’s needs and are based on data and evidence. This includes supporting research and making sure people have access to reliable information. In addition, Switzerland works with Egyptian and International companies to encourage responsible business practices that foster transparency, respect human rights and promote social responsibility.