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Parliament probes ongoing tree-cutting
The article focused on the ongoing policies of deforestation and the decline of green spaces in Egypt, despite presidential directives and national initiatives for afforestation. Member of Parliament Mohamed Abdel Hafiż submitted a parliamentary question to the government regarding the reasons behind the indiscriminate cutting of mature trees, particularly in areas such as Obour City and Cairo neighborhoods. He accused authorities of failing to adhere to environmental regulations, noting that residents are suffering from the destruction of green spaces without regard for environmental or aesthetic benefits. He pointed out that development projects have led to the removal of trees over 50 years old, often without proper environmental impact studies. He inquired about the technical, environmental, and licensing reasons behind these actions, as well as the lack of a reliable database tracking the loss of green spaces in recent years. The article warns that these policies contribute to increased climate change, raise temperatures, and lead to higher electricity consumption. It also highlights that this represents a regression from both national and international commitments to environmental preservation.
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