Who We Are

International Memberships

Egypt's voice in the regional and global organisations shaping the future of natural gas.

Global engagement

Part of the global gas community

EGAS represents Egypt's natural gas sector in regional and international organisations, sharing expertise and helping shape the policies that affect gas markets.

Through these memberships and partnerships, EGAS follows market developments, adopts international best practice in safety and emissions management, and strengthens Egypt's position as a trusted supplier and regional hub.

Memberships

Organisations we belong to

Egypt is a member of leading intergovernmental energy organisations, with EGAS contributing on natural gas matters.

Founding member · HQ Cairo

East Mediterranean Gas Forum (EMGF)

An intergovernmental organisation headquartered in Cairo that brings together regional producers, consumers and transit countries to develop a sustainable regional gas market.

Member country

Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF)

The intergovernmental forum of the world's leading gas exporters, promoting dialogue and cooperation on natural gas markets.

Member country

Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries (OAPEC)

Regional organisation promoting cooperation among Arab countries in the petroleum and gas industries.

Cooperation

Initiatives and partnerships we engage with

Beyond formal membership, EGAS cooperates with international initiatives on gas industry standards, flaring and methane emissions.

International Gas Union (IGU)

Engagement with the global gas industry association on technology, markets and best practice.

Global Flaring and Methane Reduction Partnership (GFMR)

Cooperation with the World Bank-led partnership to reduce routine flaring and methane emissions.

Oil and Gas Methane Partnership 2.0 (OGMP 2.0)

Engagement with the UNEP-led framework for measuring and reporting methane emissions.

Milestones

Egypt's growing role in energy diplomacy

2019
2019
EMGF launched in Cairo
Egypt convenes regional energy ministers to establish the East Mediterranean Gas Forum.
2020
2020
EMGF becomes an intergovernmental organisation
The forum's charter is signed, establishing it as an intergovernmental organisation with its headquarters in Cairo.
2022
2022
COP27 in Sharm El-Sheikh
Egypt hosts the UN Climate Change Conference, putting methane reduction and the role of gas in the energy transition on the agenda.