Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has publicly apologized following a recent surge of fatal traff1ic accidents that have sparked widespread public outrage over road safety conditions.
“At a government level, we deeply regret some of the accidents that have occurred in recent days. We are not arrogant; we admit it, and we want what’s best,” Madbouly said during a press conference on Wednesday.
The prime minister also accused external forces of seeking to destabilize Egypt by exploiting these tragedies to sow despair among citizens.
“There are external parties interested in attacking the Egyptian state and spreading despair and frustration among citizens, hoping for the state’s internal collapse,” he stated.
Madbouly emphasized that these actors are aware of Egypt’s resilience in confronting external threats and, as a result, attempt to undermine confidence in the state’s administrative abilities.
“Some countries do not allow anyone to portray a negative image and take aggressive measures against anyone who presents a negative scene of the state,” he added.
Highlighting the country’s progress, Madbouly noted significant development and transformation across various sectors.
“I am not saying no to criticism, because that is a full right of the Egyptian citizen.
But what is the general image we want to project to the outside world?” he questioned.
Last month, two major accidents on the Regional Ring Road resulted in 28 deaths and numerous injuries, prompting the government to close the road for urgent repairs.
Additionally, a fire at Cairo’s main Ramses Exchange building severely disrupted communication services.
In response to these incidents, authorities have intensified police surveillance on the roads, increased checks to curb traffic violations, and introduced drug testing for drivers to enhance road safety.
The government’s efforts to address infrastructure challenges and restore public confidence come amid ongoing concerns about road safety and the broader implications for national stability.
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