The recommendation was made during a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly on Tuesday, attended by ministers and officials from relevant authorities.
The move comes days after the government imposed a 9pm closing time for shops and other commercial venues to curb energy consumption amid rising global prices linked to the ongoing war in the region.
Coptic Holy Week, observed from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, will run this year from 5 April to 12 April, a period marked by church services and family gatherings.
The committee’s discussions also focused on the economic impact of the US–Israeli war on Iran, now in its fifth week, including pressure from higher energy costs and disruptions to global supply chains.
It also highlighted Egypt’s ongoing efforts, led by President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi, and in cooperation with various international parties, to de-escalate current tensions in the Middle East, end the war, and prevent the region from descending into chaos and instability.
Officials reviewed measures to secure the availability of essential goods and petroleum products, and to maintain strategic reserves at stable levels, according to the Egyptian cabinet.
The meeting also examined market conditions and commodity prices, as authorities seek to ensure supplies remain available at affordable levels.
Efforts to manage the impact of the crisis included steps to rationalize energy use and secure raw materials needed for key industries, particularly pharmaceuticals and medical supplies.
The committee said it would continue monitoring developments and coordinating with relevant agencies as the situation evolves.
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