Egypt PM chairs meeting to boost strategic commodity stocks

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly convened a meeting with cabinet ministers to review plans to increase strategic commodity reserves and stabilize markets.

• Madbouly gathered Finance Minister Ahmed Kojak, Supply Minister Sherif Farouk, Agriculture Minister Alaa Farouk, and Planning Minister Ahmed Rostom for the talks.
• Madbouly said securing strategic and essential commodity reserves is a government priority, implementing President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi's directives.
• Officials reviewed efforts to boost stocks of wheat, oils, sugar, meat, poultry, and strategic crops.
• The meeting addressed plans to expand fixed and mobile commodity outlets, particularly in underserved areas, with daily market monitoring.