Governorate of Egypt

The Governorate of Egypt (Arabic: محافظة مصر muḥāfaẓat maṣr) is the executive authority of the Egyptian Arab Republic, the most populous republic (federated state) of the Arab Union. Functioning as the cabinet of the Governor of Egypt, the Governorate is responsible for overseeing most domestic administrative responsibilities, in contrast to the government of the Arab Union (the federal government) which is responsible for defence, diplomacy and other foreign affairs in addition to certain broad domestic matters.

The Governorate of Egypt is led by the Governor, who appoints its members, including the Deputy Governor, senior ministers, advisors, the Secretary of State and senior clerks. The Governorate's responsibilities are divided between multiple ministries, each headed by a senior minister who appoints a deputy (junior minister) and other senior ministry staff; the Deputy Governor and advisors support the Governor's executive leadership and participate in decision making and policy development, while the Secretary of State manages the Governor's schedule, daily routine and official communications with the assistance of senior clerks.

The Governorate of Egypt has its headquarters at Abdeen Palace in Cairo, which also serves as the official residence of the Governor.