Egyptian customs officials have successfully foiled two smuggling attempts at Cairo International Airport, seizing a large quantity of human medicine and gold. The first attempt was made by a Egyptian passenger arriving from Saudi Arabia on a flight from Jeddah. Customs officials discovered 505 containers of human medicine and injections hidden in the passenger's luggage, valued at approximately 5 million and 49 thousand Egyptian pounds.
The second smuggling attempt was made by another Egyptian passenger arriving from Italy on a flight from Milan. Customs officials found 1800 grams of various gold jewelry hidden around the passenger's body and between their clothes. The passenger was searched personally and their luggage was also inspected. The gold jewelry was confiscated by the customs officials.
According to Egyptian customs law, the seized goods are in violation of several laws, including the Pharmacy Practice Law No. 127 of 1955, the Customs Law No. 207 of 2020, and the Import and Export Law No. 118 of 1975. The laws regulate the import and export of goods, including medicine and precious metals.
The Egyptian customs officials took immediate action, preparing two customs seizure reports numbered 83 and 96 of 2026. The reports were prepared by the directors of the two customs administrations, Madhat Abdel Sabour Ahmed and Mohamed Sayed Abdel Latif. The officials also followed the instructions of Ahmed Amwi, the head of the Egyptian Customs Authority, and Youssef Fouad, the head of the Central Administration for Passenger Customs at Cairo International Airport.
The Egyptian Customs Authority has been working to strengthen its control over customs borders and prevent smuggling attempts. The authority has been conducting regular inspections and monitoring passenger traffic to prevent the smuggling of goods. The foiled smuggling attempts demonstrate the effectiveness of these efforts.
The value of the seized goods is substantial, with the medicine valued at over 5 million Egyptian pounds and the gold jewelry valued at an undisclosed amount. The Egyptian authorities will likely prosecute the individuals involved in the smuggling attempts.
The incident highlights the ongoing efforts of Egyptian customs officials to combat smuggling and protect the country's borders. The officials' vigilance and professionalism have prevented the smuggling of goods that could have had a negative impact on the country's economy and public health.
Key points
- Egyptian customs officials seized 505 containers of human medicine and 1800 grams of gold jewelry in two separate smuggling attempts at Cairo International Airport.
- The seized goods are valued at approximately 5 million and 49 thousand Egyptian pounds.
- The smuggling attempts were foiled in accordance with Egyptian customs law and regulations.
