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Electrical interconnection with Saudi Arabia will begin in mid-November – Egyptian energy chief
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Fusion42 · 16 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
Egypt and Saudi Arabia will officially launch their $1.8 billion electricity interconnection project in mid-November after operational tests conclude. The project aims for a 3,000 megawatt capacity to enhance energy exchange, network reliability, and support renewable energy expansion between the two countries.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.
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You gain a new route to supply or buy power across Egypt and Saudi Arabia starting November. The shared grid opens doors for balancing energy demand and accelerating renewable projects that rely on cross-border power flows.
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