The cabinet approved key legislative amendments and economic initiatives during its weekly meeting on Thursday, including reforms in public transport infrastructure, industrial licensing, and agricultural land development.

#1- Public transport infrastructure protection law approved: The cabinet approved amendments to the law covering the National Authority for Tunnels, classifying metro lines, electric railways, and related infrastructure as public property that cannot be sold, seized, or acquired by prescription. The amendments also empower the cabinet to define buffer zones around these networks based on a proposal from the Transport Minister’s proposal.

#2- Golden license granted to Balkan for Food Industries: The cabinet granted a golden license to Balkan for Food Industries for the establishment of a new factory in New October City to produce tomato paste and other food products. With an investment of over EGP 850 mn, the factory will use 100% locally sourced raw materials. Operations are scheduled to begin in March 2026, with the project expected to enhance local manufacturing capabilities and reduce import dependence.

#3- New desert land development chamber established: The cabinet approved the creation of a desert land development chamber under the Federation of Egyptian Industries. This chamber will oversee activities including land reclamation, post-harvest processing, grain storage, agricultural waste recycling, and soil stabilization. The initiative aims to boost agricultural productivity, promote sustainable land use, and support water management and anti-desertification projects across reclaimed desert areas.

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