Egypt's Customs Department has temporarily halted the export of fish and fish products to the European Union, following orders from the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Veterinary Quarantine Department. This decision is a result of the suspension of health certificate issuance for EU fish exports and potential negative findings from an European inspection mission, potentially leading to Egypt's exclusion from the list of countries allowed to export fish to the EU. The Customs Authority has issued a circular to notify EU contact points about the export suspension, and the Ministry of Industry and Trade is working towards reorganizing the fish export file and ensuring compliance with European standards. The article also touches on the challenges faced by Egyptian food industry exports to the EU, such as local competition and the need to align with the EU's strict standards, as well as the potential for exports of milk and meat products.