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Housing Minister Outlines Ministry’s Achievements and Strategic Plans to Parliament

Engineer Sherif El-Sherbiny, Minister of Housing, Utilities, and Urban Communities, presented the Ministry of Housing’s strategic plan and accomplishments for the current fiscal year during Monday’s general session of Parliament. The minister highlighted the progress made in the first quarter of FY 2024/2025 and outlined the ministry’s ongoing initiatives.

Streamlining Reconciliation and Ensuring Urban Equity

The minister reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to finalizing the reconciliation process for building violations. Efforts are being made to simplify procedures and achieve equitable outcomes for all stakeholders, ensuring a comprehensive resolution to urban planning discrepancies nationwide.

Comprehensive Urban Development Strategy

El-Sherbiny emphasized the implementation of a nationwide strategy aimed at managing population growth and regulating urban expansion. The ministry is actively addressing current challenges in the housing and urban development sectors through swift and effective measures.

Development of New and Existing Cities

The ministry’s initiatives include the development of existing new cities and the construction of Fourth-Generation Cities along major development corridors. These projects aim to provide integrated urban environments that meet residents’ needs and distribute the population more evenly across regions.

Upgrading Informal Areas

The minister also stressed the ministry’s dedication to addressing developmental gaps in unplanned and informal settlements. Comprehensive improvement projects are underway to enhance living standards in these areas by delivering essential services and improving the quality of life for residents.

Future Outlook

El-Sherbiny concluded by reiterating the ministry’s ambition to create sustainable urban solutions, balancing housing demands with economic and social development while fostering equitable urban growth across Egypt.

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