The Ministry of Trade and Industry in Egypt has implemented a temporary ban on the export of crushed beans, gravel, flour, and pasta for the next three months, in an effort to stabilize local market prices and ensure the availability of these essential food items. This decision, praised by traders and industry representatives, aims to combat the effects of the ongoing global supply chain disruptions, particularly those caused by the war in Ukraine, on the price stability of key foodstuffs. The implementation of this measure, expected to be noticeable within a week to ten days, is viewed as a necessary step to mitigate price hikes and secure the supply of these staple foods for the public, especially during the high consumption period of Ramadan.