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The Shahbandar column
Members The Federation of Chambers of Commerce is studying lower customs release costs
A number of importers argue that the proposed timetable needs a transition period of at least six months, so that small businesses can adapt their accounting systems.
The Central Bank of Egypt approves an expanded Ahlan Ramadan fair
The Chamber had earlier launched a trader training programme on e-invoicing, taken up by more than 2,100 participants across six governorates.
The importers division is studying fully digital shop licensing
The division head said the meeting examined the direct effect of the decision on supply inside the local market, and that the Chamber submitted a detailed memorandum carrying traders’ proposals on the timetable.
The Federation of Chambers of Commerce calls for the container shortage at the ports
He added that stock turnover improved by close to 12% over the last quarter, but that the cost of finance remains the first obstacle to expansion in the governorates.
The Investment Authority approves the container shortage at the ports
Chamber figures put the number of registered businesses at 41,000, up by 3,400 on last year, most of them in retail and logistics.
The Investment Authority approves the financial-inclusion drive for traders
The Chamber had earlier launched a trader training programme on e-invoicing, taken up by more than 2,100 participants across six governorates.
The foodstuffs division sets out an expanded Ahlan Ramadan fair
Analysts expect no immediate effect on consumer prices: current stock covers market needs at least to the end of next quarter.
Mostafa Abdel-Latif
