Madbouly issues permanent tree-cutting ban pending environment ministry approval

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has barred governors from cutting any trees without the Local Development and Environment Ministry's approval, as part of a nationwide greening push.

• Madbouly chaired the Governors Council meeting at the government headquarters in the New Administrative Capital.
• Madbouly ordered a permanent ban on cutting trees, with any removal requiring a decision from Local Development and Environment Minister Manal Awad.
• He directed an afforestation implementation plan covering main axes, city and village entrances, and road islands, using consultants to select suitable tree species.
• Madbouly instructed that planting use irrigation water from tertiary treatment plants and that vacant plots be greened immediately.