PM tasked with forming new cabinet

Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi has instructed Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly to form a new government after the latter submitted his cabinet's resignation on Monday. The New Times reports that Sisi said the new administration should prioritise Egypt's national security in light of regional and international challenges. In addition, it should develop the health and education sectors, continue efforts toward strengthening political engagement, and build on previous achievements in security, stability, and counter-terrorism efforts. According to state-run Ahram Online, this is the fourth cabinet reshuffle led by Madbouly, who has been serving as PM since 2018. The last ministerial reshuffle was in August 2022. Sisi began a third consecutive presidential term in April.