Egypt: Cement production licences open only to firms currently not operating in Egypt
Description
The Egypt Industrial Development Authority from 3 May 2010 to 1 July 2010 has opened bidding for two (2) gray cement production licences. The invitation is however not open to existing cement firms in the country or firms given production licences in 2007. This is to boost competition and lower the price of cement on the market. The licences are to replace two cancelled licences.
Any Evidence-Based Deliberation:
| Question | Result |
|---|---|
| Is there anything in the public record to suggest that evidence of the effectiveness of the proposed measure was considered during official deliberations? | |
| Is there any evidence that alternatives to the proposed measure were considered? | |
| Is there anything in the public record that suggests that empirical evidence informed the comparison across the alternatives available to government? | |
| Was such evidence identified? | |
| Is such evidence publicly available? | |
| Did the official decision-maker in question provide an explanation as to why a chosen measure was favoured over alternatives? | |
| Is there any evidence to suggest that potentially affected trading partners were consulted before the measures were taken? | |
| Is there any evidence that safeguards have been put in place to ensure that implementation of the initiative is transparent and non-discriminatory? | |
| Did the government state its intention to review the measure within one year of implementation? |
Date Discovered:
Implemented: No
Date of inception:
GTA Evaluation: Green
Source:
Industrial Development Authority, ' Invitation to apply for producing gray cement at North Sinai & the New Valley Governorates.' http://www.ida.gov.eg/invitation2010l_en.html
Trade Arabia, 'Egypt opens bidding for 2 cement licences'. 3 May 2010. http://www.tradearabia.com/news/ind_179128.html
Government Response:
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