Suez Canal Authority Denies Special Transit Privileges for Any Country

The Suez Canal Authority has reaffirmed its commitment to fair and equal treatment for all vessels passing through the vital maritime route, stating that no country, including the United States, receives special privileges or exemptions.

Lieutenant General Osama Rabie, Chairman of the Suez Canal Authority, clarified that all ships, regardless of nationality, are subject to the same tolls and procedures.

He emphasised that any transit discounts are commercial incentives designed to boost traffic and are applied uniformly across all nations.

Rabie confirmed that the passage of American ships continues as normal and without any exclusive exemptions. He stressed that the canal operates under international agreements and regulations that guarantee fairness and equality for all maritime traffic.

Addressing ongoing improvements, Rabie stated that the Suez Canal is undergoing continuous and comprehensive development. The Authority is leveraging its assets and partnerships both domestically and internationally to enhance the canal’s capacity and efficiency.

He also noted that no vessel, including Egyptian-flagged ships, is permitted to transit the canal free of charge. All ships are required to pay the appropriate tolls in accordance with the canal’s regulations.