OPEN// PM: Egypt committed to sustained delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza
He noted that humanitarian aid trucks are still entering through the border crossing, while thousands of tons of humanitarian aid are still waiting near the crossing to complete the procedures for their entry to the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.
Speaking at a press conference following the weekly cabinet meeting at its headquarters in the New Administrative Capital, the premier pointed to the meeting between President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and his Vientamese counterpart during which he highlighted ongoing Egyptian efforts to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Speaking about the 2025 Senate Elections, Madbouli said Egypt witnessed the Senate elections this week, with voting for Egyptians abroad taking place over two days to be followed by a two-day domestic voting, he said.
The Senate is an integral part of Egypt's legislative framework and parliamentary life, representing the "center of thought and the mind of the state," he added.
The government's role was limited to organizing the electoral process and ensuring the smoothness of procedures, in full coordination with the National Election Authority (NEA), he said.
Madbouli extended his thanks to the NEA for organizing the election.
He also praised the high voter turnout, saying citizens were keen to exercise their constitutional right to vote. He stressed that popular participation is a fundamental element in supporting the democratic path and strengthening state institutions. (MORE)
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