EGEgypt's President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi ratified Law No. 148 of 2026, which amends Law No. 147 of 1984 to introduce a departure fee of 100 Egyptian pounds for travelers leaving the country. The law, published in the Official Gazette, takes effect the day after its publication. It replaces specific articles in the original law and introduces exemptions for certain transportation workers and cross-border truck operators. Additionally, the amendment imposes a 35-pound fee per ton of cement produced, requiring manufacturers to pay this amount directly to the Egyptian Tax Authority.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the legislative changes in a neutral tone, focusing on the legal framework and financial implications without overtly favoring any political ideology. It provides factual information about the new fees and their exemptions without commentary on the broader political implications
