President El-Sisi directs government to expedite submission of family laws to Parliament

CAIRO – 13 April 2026: Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi directed the government on Monday to expedite the submission of draft laws concerning the Egyptian family to Parliament. The legislative package includes the Muslim Family Law, the Christian Family Law, and the Family Support Fund.

The President emphasized that these drafts have been in preparation for some time and are designed to provide comprehensive solutions to the problems arising from existing legislation. He noted that the new laws were developed in close consultation with scholars and specialists to ensure they address modern societal needs.

The public has been eagerly waiting for these three laws, which aim to resolve persistent societal issues and modernize current family-related regulations.

The drafts have undergone extensive public discussion and expert review. Many citizens hope that these legislative changes will finally resolve the long-standing complications inherent in the current legal framework.

The presidential directives received swift praise from various politicians and parliamentarians. Supporters welcomed the move as a clear indication of the state’s awareness of the serious challenges facing Egyptian families and its commitment to addressing them with sustainable, comprehensive legal solutions.