Egypt is one of the world's oldest continuous nation-states, with a written history dating back several millennia.
Egypt's economy has large tourism, agricultural and services sectors; derives substantial revenues from the Suez Canal; receives considerable remittances from overseas workers; and generates additional income from the sale of hydrocarbons.
Australia and Egypt have warm relations based on longstanding ties and strong people-to-people links. Diplomatic relations between Egypt and Australia were established in 1950.
Economic and trade information
Egypt trade and economic fact sheet [PDF]
Travel information
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- Read the travel advice for Egypt
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- For how we can help Australians overseas, see the Consular services charter
- Australian Passports Office
- Visa information
Heads of Government
Head of State, Head of Government, Foreign Minister, Trade Minister and Aid Minister