2000, also known as Zayed 2000, was a major Egyptian government initiative launched in 2000 to reduce poverty and improve living standards in Egypt. The initiative was spearheaded by former Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak and was named after the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the former president of the United Arab Emirates.

The goal of the initiative was to reduce poverty and increase the quality of life in Egypt through a series of economic, social, and infrastructure projects. The initiative was estimated to cost around $21 billion and was funded by foreign aid and loans from international organizations.

The initiative focused on improving health care, education, and infrastructure in Egypt, as well as providing access to clean water and sanitation. Projects included the construction of hospitals and schools, the expansion of irrigation networks, and the creation of employment opportunities. The initiative also sought to reduce poverty through the provision of microcredit, the expansion of the social safety net, and the implementation of a new taxation system.

The initiative was largely successful in achieving its goals. Poverty in Egypt decreased significantly, and the quality of life improved significantly. The initiative also helped to improve Egypt's international standing, as it was seen as a sign of the country's commitment to development.

However, the initiative was also criticized by some for its heavy reliance on foreign aid and loans, as well as its failure to address the underlying causes of poverty in Egypt. Despite this, the initiative is widely seen as a success and has been credited with helping to reduce poverty and improve living standards in Egypt.