Egypt’s government is set to conduct a comprehensive review of its energy rationalization measures before the end of April, in response to evolving regional developments, Cabinet spokesperson Mohamed Al-Homsani said.
According to Al-Homsani, the adjusted closing hours for retail outlets—extended to 11:00 p.m. from 9:00 p.m.—will remain in effect until April 27, marking the end of the current implementation period. A thorough assessment will be carried out ahead of that date to determine whether the measures should be extended, revised, or lifted based on prevailing conditions.
He emphasized that the government’s rationalization plan is part of a broader, integrated framework aimed at reducing overall energy consumption.
This includes curbing electricity and fuel use in government buildings and vehicle fleets, as well as reviewing and potentially postponing energy-intensive national projects, he added.
In the same connection, Al-Homsani explained preliminary indicators suggest that the measures have yielded measurable improvements in reducing consumption.
He also affirmed the government’s focus on striking a balance between enhancing energy efficiency and sustaining economic activity—particularly in vital sectors such as tourism, which remains a key source of foreign currency.
On fuel pricing, Al-Homsani said the government continues to closely monitor regional developments and their implications for global energy markets. He noted that the current truce in the region is providing cautious reassurance, with signs pointing to a possible gradual stabilization of conditions.
He further mentioned that no discussions or decisions regarding changes to domestic fuel prices have taken place within the Cabinet so far, stressing that any future updates would be officially announced by the Ministry of Petroleum in due course.
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