Egypt's Sisi orders to continue horizontal, vertical expansion of agriculture and food production

CAIRO – 9 April 2023: President Abdel Fattah El Sisi gave directives to continue intensive work in horizontal and vertical expansion of agriculture and food production, said Presidential Spokesperson Ahmed Fahmy in a statement on Sunday.

President Sisi’ directives were given during a meeting with Prime Minister, Dr. Moustafa Madbouly; Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, El-Sayed El-Quseir; and Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Hani Swailem as well as other officials.

During the meeting, the President was briefed on joint efforts by the various specialized authorities with regard to the horizontal and vertical expansion projects to increase the size and productivity of the agricultural area in Egypt.

These included projects in East Owainat, Toshka, Sinai, Upper Egypt and the New Delta, in addition to future expansions in this regard.

The President stressed the importance of mobilizing all capabilities and expertise to enhance the factors of success for these projects through accurate scientific studies and comprehensive planning, while continuing the rational use of water resources and leveraging the productivity of the water unit.