Geneva – Tony Berjisni.
The Arab European Center for Human Rights and International Law announced the awarding of Engineer Sherif Adly with the “International Development and Investment Ambassadors Award 2026” on the sidelines of his participation in the 27th session of the United Nations Intergovernmental Working Group on the Right to Development, held at the United Nations headquarters in Geneva.
The Secretary-General of the Center, Eihan Jaf, affirmed that the award recognizes Sherif Adly’s prominent role in supporting economic development and investment pathways, as well as his effective contributions to promoting the concepts of sustainable development and public-private partnerships, in line with the objectives of the United Nations and the international development agenda.
He further explained that this selection comes within the framework of the Center’s strategy aimed at engaging economic leaders and influential public figures in supporting the international development agenda, strengthening multilateral partnerships, and contributing to stability and sustainable growth.
Engineer Sherif Adly is considered one of the leading economic figures in the Arab Republic of Egypt, possessing more than two decades of experience in real estate development, building materials, industry, and investment. He serves as the owner and CEO of several major economic entities, including Better Home Developments. He is also a major shareholder in Zaldi Capital and Export Development Bank of Egypt, Chairman of the Board of Arab Cotton Ginning Company, and a board member of B Investments Holding.
The Center noted that the selection of Sherif Adly reflects its commitment to enhancing the role of the private sector in supporting sustainable economic development, consolidating the principles of good governance, and supporting initiatives aimed at strengthening regional stability and international cooperation.
For his part, Engineer Sherif Adly expressed his deep appreciation for this international recognition, emphasizing that receiving the “International Development and Investment Ambassadors Award” represents a major national and humanitarian responsibility, as well as an opportunity to intensify efforts supporting development issues and to contribute to promoting the values of mutual understanding and economic integration among peoples.
It is worth noting that the Arab European Center for Human Rights and International Law is an independent international non-governmental organization headquartered in the Kingdom of Norway, with an active regional and international presence. The Center works to support sustainable development, strengthen the rule of law, and promote the principles of good governance. It holds special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council, is registered with the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights, and enjoys observer membership with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. The Center is also accredited to the Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization in Geneva, reflecting its institutional standing and international presence.
