The Egyptian Cabinet’s Media Center on Saturday denied rumors that the nation was running short on basic commodities as a result of the coronavirus crisis. The ministry said that large amounts of commodities are supplied to the markets on a daily basis, with the strategic stocks for basic commodities sufficient enough to last for months. Coming within the state’s desire to reduce all burdens on citizens, especially those with limited incomes and other needy groups, basic commodities are being provided in large quantities sufficient for the needs of citizens for several months ahead. These including covering all food commodities, including meat and poultry products at consumer complexes to coincide with the arrival of Ramadan, in addition to intensifying ration control on all markets. In the event that there are any complaints related to the shortage of basic food commodities in the governorates, please report them through the Hotline of the Consumer Protection Agency 19588.

Source: Egypt Independent March 13, 2021 14:15 UTC