Finance Minister Mohamed Maait said goods at a total value of dlrs 1.7 billion were cleared in various ports over the first 10 days of March in line with presidential directives to swiftly release goods in various ports.In a statement on Wednesday 13/3/2024, he said this goes in line with the government's needs of commodities to strike a balance in prices and alleviate burdens on people.Meanwhile, Chairman of the Egyptian Customs Authority Shahat Ghattori said up-to-date electronic systems help expediting clearing goods to access local markets.Source: State Information Service Egypt