Egypt’s minister of tourism Hisham Zaazou confirmed the new deal, insisting that the government was “committed to making sure that people from around the world have a safe, secure and enjoyable experience when visiting Egypt”.

Zaazou added that the agreement with Control Risks was part of the government’s “commitment to a world-class gold standard”.

The move comes four months after the UK government banned flights from the UK to Egypt’s Sharm el-Sheikh airport following the crash of Russian Metrojet flight 9268, which was thought to have been downed by a bomb.

All 217 passengers and seven crew members were killed in the incident.

Zaazou said Control Risks’ teams were “already on the ground beginning their work, and building on the huge efforts undertaken by both the Egyptian Authorities as well as International Government security delegations”.  

“Ensuring safety and security for everyone travelling within our country, visiting our historic sites or enjoying our resorts is a top priority for the Egyptian government,” he added.