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The Federation of Chambers of Commerce sets out the financial-inclusion drive for traders

Analysts expect no immediate effect on consumer prices: current stock covers market needs at least to the end of next quarter.

The Chamber had earlier launched a trader training programme on e-invoicing, taken up by more than 2,100 participants across six governorates.

The meeting closed by forming a joint Chamber–ministry committee, meeting weekly to follow implementation and reporting monthly to the federation’s board.

What it means for traders

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 small trader is not asking for a subsidy. He is asking for one clear rule that does not change every three months.
Ahmed El-Shahbandar, Chamber board member

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 figures in brief

  • fully digital shop licensing among next quarter’s priorities
  • A review of the timetable with the trade divisions
  • A monthly report to the federation’s board

Analysts expect no immediate effect on consumer prices: current stock covers market needs at least to the end of next quarter.

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Samy Guirguis

Foreign-trade correspondent · 25 stories · 11,844 followers

Foreign-trade correspondent at Bayt Al Toggar, following market decisions and what they do to trade and supply in Cairo.

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