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Supply Ministry details citizen support measures
The article discussed the efforts of the Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade in developing the subsidized support system with the aim of protecting citizens' purchasing power and achieving social justice. The Minister explained that approximately 64.5 million citizens benefit from bread support, which provides five loaves per person daily, with the government bearing the majority of its cost. Additionally, about 57.5 million citizens benefit from the subsidized commodities system, which offers a monthly support of 50 Egyptian pounds per individual, with the state covering the cost differences resulting from rising prices of goods. The allocations for commodity support in the budget for the 2025/2026 fiscal year amount to around 160 billion Egyptian pounds, increasing to 178 billion pounds in 2026/2027. The ministry aims to improve the system by enhancing targeting mechanisms, updating the database, strengthening oversight and governance, and increasing efficiency in support allocation—ensuring it reaches its rightful beneficiaries fairly. This includes a gradual shift from in-kind support to flexible cash assistance, allowing citizens to choose their essential needs. The minister also reviewed the digital intelligent oversight system, which includes tools such as "Price Radar," geographic information systems, and the "Inspector Card" to monitor markets and analyze prices, relying on artificial intelligence to forecast price movements and improve regulatory interventions. These measures aim to ensure market stability, the availability of goods, and protect consumers from unfair commercial practices.
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