Egypt's Minister of Supply and Internal Trade, Dr. Sherif Farouk, has confirmed that the government will continue to enforce the ministerial directive number 5 of 2026, which regulates the production and circulation of tourist and fino bread. The directive sets specific weights and prices for the bread. Dr. Farouk emphasized that all tourist and French bakeries must comply with the directive and not exceed the set prices or violate the specified weights.
The ministerial directive number 5 of 2026 sets the maximum price for a 80-gram loaf of tourist bread at two Egyptian pounds, 60-gram loaf at 1.5 pounds, and 40-gram loaf at one pound. Similarly, prices for fino bread are set at two pounds for a 50-gram loaf, 1.5 pounds for a 40-gram loaf, and one pound for a 30-gram loaf. These prices aim to provide fair and transparent pricing for consumers.
Dr. Farouk highlighted that the Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade, along with the provincial supply and trade departments, have been conducting intensive campaigns to monitor bakeries and ensure compliance with the set prices and weights. Any bakeries found to be in violation will face necessary legal actions. The minister stressed that the government will not tolerate any discrepancies in the weights or prices of tourist and fino bread.
The Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade has urged owners of tourist and French bakeries to fully comply with the set weights and prices. They are also required to clearly display the prices inside their bakeries. The ministry warned that any violations will result in legal actions. This move aims to maintain order in the bread market and protect consumer rights.
In addition to monitoring bakeries, the Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade has called on citizens to report any violations related to prices or weights of tourist and fino bread. Consumers can report such violations through the unified government complaint system at the Council of Ministers hotline 16528 or the Consumer Protection Agency hotline 19588.
Dr. Farouk assured that the ministry will continue to take strict measures against any bakeries found to be violating the regulations. The goal is to ensure that the production and distribution of tourist and fino bread are conducted in an organized and transparent manner. This will help maintain consumer trust and prevent any potential shortages or price hikes.
The Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade remains committed to protecting consumer rights and maintaining the stability of the bread market. By enforcing the regulations and monitoring bakeries, the government aims to provide affordable and high-quality bread to citizens. The public is encouraged to cooperate with the ministry by reporting any irregularities.
Key points
- The Egyptian government has set specific prices for tourist and fino bread to regulate the market and protect consumer rights.
- The Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade will continue to monitor bakeries and take legal actions against any violations.
- Citizens can report any violations related to bread prices or weights through designated hotlines.
