About the governorate

Damietta is a leading governorate in comprehensive and sustainable development, a model to be emulated in innovative industries, ecotourism and cultural tourism, smart agriculture and the blue economy, while preserving the unique cultural and environmental heritage, and achieving a high quality of life for all its residents, through advanced infrastructure and good governance in accordance with Egypt’s Vision 2030.

Damietta Governorate, within the framework of its strategic vision, is committed to achieving comprehensive and sustainable development that places citizens’ well-being at the forefront of its priorities.

The governorate is keen to enhance the quality of services provided to citizens across all sectors, from education and healthcare to infrastructure and public facilities. It also seeks to empower youth and women and to provide a supportive environment for their active participation in building a bright future.

The governorate adopts an integrated approach aimed at supporting creative industries and encouraging high-quality investments that create sustainable job opportunities and contribute to improving living standards.

It also gives special attention to the development of the tourism sector and strives to transform Damietta into a distinguished tourist destination that combines natural beauty with the richness of history, while preserving the cultural and environmental heritage that sets it apart.

The governorate believes in the importance of cooperation and integration with all relevant partners—from the private sector and civil society to government entities—and works to strengthen this collaboration to achieve the desired development goals and to consolidate Damietta’s position as a model governorate for sustainable development.