Egypt: Egypt's first peaceful nuclear power plant represents a strategic choice that supports the country's sustainable development goals, said Prime Minister Dr. Moustafa Madbouly on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Speaking at a ceremony marking the installation of the reactor pressure vessel for the second unit of the El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant, Madbouly thanked President Abdel Fattah El Sisi for his sponsorship of this mega national project.According to State Information Service Egypt, Madbouly added that the project reflects Egypt's vision of producing "energy that shapes the future" and coincides with the country's long-term development strategy. Madbouly conveyed Sisi's greetings to the Egyptian people on the anniversary of the June 30 Revolution and said the president had expressed appreciation for the efforts of all those involved in implementing Egypt's nuclear program."Years and decades passed before President Abdel Fattah El Sisi turned that dream into reality," Madbouly said, describing the project as one of many long-held national ambitions realized despite regional and global challenges. The Prime Minister said that the installation of the reactor pressure vessel for the second unit marks another milestone following the installation of the first unit's vessel in a ceremony attended by President Sisi and Russian President Vladimir Putin via video link.He stated the project demonstrates the strength of the strategic partnership between Egypt and Russia and represents another step towards completing one of the country's most significant national projects. Madbouly noted that Egypt revived plans for the nuclear power plant after signing an intergovernmental agreement with Russia in 2015, transforming a decades-old aspiration into an ongoing reality.He said Egypt's Vision 2030 strategy is based on achieving sustainable development through its economic, social, and environmental dimensions, with energy serving as a key pillar of national development and security. Global energy crises have reinforced the importance of Egypt's policy of diversifying energy sources and expanding clean and sustainable energy, he added."Peaceful nuclear energy is a strategic option that supports the achievement of sustainable development goals by providing a safe and reliable source of electricity, while helping reduce carbon emissions and support efforts to combat climate change," Madbouly said. He said the El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant embodies Egypt's Vision 2030 and contributes to comprehensive development while strengthening the country's regional and international standing under the slogan "Energy That Shapes the Future."Madbouly concluded by paying tribute to workers at the El Dabaa project for their continued efforts in advancing the country's peaceful nuclear program and wished Egypt continued success in its development drive.