Egypt working to build 5-6 month supply of strategic commodities - cabinet

CAIRO: Egypt's supply ministry is working to build a five to six month store of strategic commodity reserves, up from three months previously, the cabinet said in a statement.

The government is also seeking an abundance of commodities, especially vegetables, meats and fish, the statement said, adding this was reflected in the reduction in prices.

Supply Minister Ali Moselhy said strategic reserves of wheat, sugar and oil have risen, according to the statement.