Egypt’s Oil and Gas Output Shows Strong Recovery in 2025 Amid Reform Drive

Egypt’s oil and gas production recorded notable progress in 2025, reflecting the success of reform policies adopted by the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources since mid-2024, as the country seeks to overcome years of declining output and strengthen its energy security while reshaping the investment landscape in key sectors.

According to official data obtained by the Washington-based Energy Platform, Egypt’s petroleum ministry reported positive results achieved between July 2024 and the end of 2025, most notably halting production declines for the first time in four years and initiating a gradual increase in natural gas output.

The year 2025 marked a critical turning point, as investment incentives and the settlement of outstanding dues to foreign partners helped restore investor confidence. This shift was directly reflected in improved supply stability, the resumption of drilling and exploration activity, and a stronger business environment across the oil, gas and mining sectors.

Indicators suggest that the improvement in Egypt’s oil and gas production in 2025 was not temporary, but rather the outcome of a multi-track strategy. This approach focused on expanding exploration efforts, accelerating the connection of new wells to production, and maximizing the use of existing infrastructure, supporting self-sufficiency plans and reducing import costs.

Egypt’s petroleum sector succeeded in halting the long-running decline in crude oil and gas production during 2025. Natural gas output began a gradual upward trend in August, while crude oil production stabilized after years of contraction, laying the groundwork for a return to sustainable growth.

This progress reflects the impact of a package of incentive measures, including the clearance of arrears and the regular payment of monthly dues to foreign partners. These steps encouraged new investments and significantly boosted Egypt’s oil and gas output to levels not seen in recent years.

During the year, around 430 wells were brought online, adding approximately 1.2 billion cubic feet of natural gas and more than 200,000 barrels of crude oil and condensates. This increase played a direct role in easing pressure on imports and lowering the country’s energy import bill.

Drilling operations also resumed at the giant Zohr gas field, with new wells entering production. The field continues to contribute nearly 25 percent of Egypt’s total domestic gas output, underscoring its central role in supporting the national energy market.