Speakers

Yasser Ramadan is the Chairman of the Egyptian Mineral Resources & Mining Industries (formerly the Egyptian Mineral Resources Authority – EMRA), a position he has held since 2023. With nearly three decades of experience in Egypt’s petroleum and mining sectors, he has built a distinguished career marked by technical expertise, strategic leadership, and a deep commitment to advancing the country’s mineral wealth. Prior to his current role, Yasser served as Deputy Chairman of EMRA from 2021 to 2023, where he was instrumental in shaping strategies to modernise the mineral resources sector, strengthen regulatory frameworks, and attract new investment in exploration and development. His leadership has been central to aligning Egypt’s mineral policies with international best practices while ensuring sustainable growth and long-term value creation. Before joining EMRA, Yasser spent much of his career at Khalda Petroleum Company, where he held multiple senior leadership positions, including Exploration General Manager. In this capacity, he directed exploration initiatives, managed multidisciplinary teams, and contributed to the company’s growth as one of Egypt’s leading petroleum producers. His ability to integrate geological knowledge with business strategy has made him a respected figure in both the petroleum and mining industries. A graduate of Suez Canal University with a Bachelor’s degree in Geology (1994), Yasser combines a strong technical foundation with a strategic outlook. Throughout his career, he has been recognised for his role in strengthening Egypt’s position as a regional hub for mining and natural resource development, while fostering innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. Today, as Chairman, Yasser continues to lead with vision, driving reforms, encouraging investment, and promoting responsible resource management to ensure that Egypt’s mineral sector contributes meaningfully to national economic growth and industrial development.