. The Ministerial Council for the Economy has taken important decisions to support farmers and stabilize food prices

The Prime Minister, Mr. Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani, chaired today, Monday, a meeting of the Ministerial Council for the Economy, attended by His Excellency the Head of the Authority Professor Faisal Al-Haimus, to discuss a number of important economic files included on the agenda.

The meeting addressed the current situation of the agricultural sector and the demands of farmers and agricultural producers. The Council approved a set of recommendations, most notably the prompt payment of farmers’ dues immediately after the marketing of the wheat crop, in support of this vital sector and to enhance food security.

The Council also decided to lift the ban on the import of table eggs in order to maintain the stability of food prices in the markets, while assigning a specialized committee to submit detailed recommendations in this regard.

In the context of maximizing state treasury revenues, the Council discussed the issue of higher education funds, where a number of recommendations were approved to regulate their work in a way that contributes to improving the efficiency of resource management.

The Council affirmed the government’s continued support for the agricultural sector, the enhancement of employment opportunities, and the diversification of the national economy.