By Abdullahi Lukman
Egypt has announced plans to increase agricultural exports to Arab markets, particularly Gulf countries, to help maintain food supply to neighbouring states amid the ongoing regional conflict.
In a statement on Saturday, the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation said the Central Administration of Egyptian Agricultural Quarantine is intensifying efforts to facilitate the movement of Egyptian agricultural products to markets across the Arab region.
The ministry said the move reflects Egypt’s commitment to supporting regional food security and ensuring the steady flow of food supplies to neighbouring countries.
Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Alaa Farouk directed relevant authorities to closely monitor regional developments and evaluate their potential impact on trade and supply chains, while also working to ease agricultural trade with Arab nations.
The ministry said it has coordinated with agricultural quarantine authorities in the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain.
Officials also reported rising demand in some Arab markets for Egyptian crops such as peppers, lettuce and lemons.
According to the ministry, strengthening agricultural exports will increase export volumes, improve revenue, support the national economy and reinforce Egypt’s role as a reliable partner in promoting regional food security.
The announcement comes as tensions in the region escalate following military exchanges involving the United States, Israel and Iran since late February, which have disrupted regional stability and affected global markets, including a surge in oil prices after attacks on energy facilities and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
