Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk stressed that the current priority is to secure sufficient and sustainable financial resources to meet citizens’ basic needs. He noted the ongoing coordination with all state entities to guarantee the availability of food commodities in the markets and secure energy sources. He added, “We will work together to safeguard the country’s stable economic path, with steady financial performance indicators without compromising necessary expenditure levels,” emphasizing the need for daily monitoring of economic developments, global trade movements, and their negative impacts locally and regionally. The minister also stressed the importance of continuously monitoring global market developments, international institutions’ forecasts, and factors affecting oil prices. He further affirmed commitment to maintaining direct and positive communication with investment circles worldwide, explaining Egypt’s targeted economic measures to contain regional repercussions.

Source: Egypt Independent March 22, 2026 14:15 UTC