Egyptian President: "We Will Equip to Prevent Recurrence of Suez Canal Paralysis"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kwon Jae-hee] Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi stated on the 30th (local time) that "necessary equipment will be provided to prevent a recurrence of the paralysis of the Suez Canal."

On that day, President El-Sisi made these remarks during a visit to Ismailia, where the Suez Canal Authority (SCA) is located.

He said, "We do not want such a situation, but it sometimes happens inevitably," adding, "This incident reaffirmed the reality and importance of the canal."

He continued, "We will equip the canal with the necessary equipment."

President El-Sisi emphasized that the congestion caused by the accident would be resolved within three days.

He also announced, "Work is underway to connect the Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea by ports and railways."

Since the Ever Given ran aground on the 23rd, navigation through the Suez Canal had been paralyzed until the previous day.

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