Cairo: Egypt’s House of Representatives has given preliminary approval to a draft law concerning the asylum of foreigners, aimed at establishing a comprehensive legal framework for refugees. The proposed legislation seeks to balance the rights of refugees with the country’s national obligations.

According to State Information Service Egypt, the draft law outlines plans to set up a permanent committee for refugee affairs, which will be endowed with legal personality. This committee is expected to function under the authority of the Prime Minister, ensuring a structured approach to managing refugee matters in Egypt.