The start of the activities of the Egyptian French Forum for Higher Education and Scientific Research
The activities of the Egyptian French Forum for Higher Education and Scientific Research, which will be held over the course of April 7 and 8, coincided with the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to Cairo, in the presence of the high -level Egyptian and French sides, under the auspices of Dr. Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and Mr. Philip Batisit, the French Minister of Higher Education, and the participation of a wide elite of Egyptian and French universities Higher and scientific research from both countries, up to about 400 participants from more than 100 Egyptian and French institutions.
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During the activities of the opening session that was started by Dr. Hossam Othman, Deputy Minister for Innovation and Scientific Research Affairs on behalf of Dr. Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, by welcoming the large presence, which includes a group of academics and researchers from Egypt and France, praising the educational and cultural relations that link the two countries, and reflects the common interest in internationalization, stressing that internationalization represents a basic axis in the Egyptian strategy And the vision of Egypt 2030.
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Dr. Hossam Othman emphasized that the national strategy for higher education and scientific research aims to develop the higher education system in Egypt to keep pace with local and global challenges, and enhances the quality of the educational process and scientific research, and links education outcomes and the needs of the labor market.
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The Deputy Minister for Innovation and Scientific Research Affairs reviewed the seven basic principles of the National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research: (Integration, overlapping specializations, communication, effective participation, sustainability, international reference, innovation and entrepreneurship), stressing the importance of this forum in promoting the principle of international reference and encouraging student and academic exchange with global higher education institutions, joining international research networks And joint cooperation programs.
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Within the framework of the principle of sustainability, he pointed to the need to diversify the sources of financing higher education through government support, the private sector, donations and partnerships, in addition to improving the efficiency of spending within educational institutions, as well as highlighting the importance of effective participation, and their role in enhancing the independence of universities while ensuring transparency, and modernizing administrative and financial systems in higher education institutions.
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He also touched on supporting innovation and entrepreneurship by enhancing the role of business incubators and innovation centers within universities, and encouraging students to transform their ideas into development projects, stressing the importance of integrating the sustainable development goals in educational and research plans.
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He pointed to the importance of merging modern technologies, such as & quot; artificial intelligence and e -learning & rdquo; within the educational system, in addition to developing the digital infrastructure of universities, stressing the depth of partnership between Egypt and France, and what brings the two countries to the history of common successes.
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In his speech, Dr. Mustafa Refaat, Secretary -General of the Supreme Council of Universities, welcomed the attendees, stressing that this scientific forum represents a prominent station in the path of bilateral relations between Egypt and France, and reflects the depth of academic and research ties between the two countries, and their joint commitment to expanding the horizons of strategic cooperation in the areas of higher education and scientific research.
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The Secretary -General of the Supreme Council of Universities added that the forum comes as an affirmation of the importance of international education as a strategic option, within the principles of the National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research, and the alignment of the vision of the national ministry that aims to make knowledge and innovation two major drivers of development in the country, through openness to international cooperation and exchange of experiences with major international institutions."RTL"> & nbsp;
Dr. Mustafa Refaat pointed out that the Egyptian -French partnership represents an inspiring model that combines a long history of cooperation, a beating present with achievements, and a promising future with qualitative initiatives, announcing the signing of a number of agreements and memoranda of understanding within the activities of the forum, also pointing to the partnership in the French University project in Egypt as a successful model of academic cooperation crossing the borders, and its ambitious project to build a new university campus friendly to the environment Gives internationally accredited double certificates.
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He also mentioned the continuation of the Supreme Council of Universities, whose diamond jubilee celebrates this year in performing its pioneering role to develop higher education in Egypt, by adopting policies that support creativity and meet the needs of the labor market, confirming the adoption of a unified vision to integrate the efforts of Egyptian universities and develop them to be from the universities of the fourth generation, and provide an advanced education that contributes to the development of society.
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At the end of his speech, Dr. Mustafa Refaat stressed that the university forum is not only a platform for signing agreements, but to embody a common will to build strong bridges of trust and excellence, expressing his thanks to everyone who contributed to the organization of the event, and wished that this event will be a starting point for new partnerships that contribute to a bright future for young people and the academic and scientific community in the two countries.
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For his part, Dr. Ayman Farid, Assistant Minister for Strategic Planning, Training and Rehabilitation of the Labor Market, and Acting Head of the Cultural Affairs and Mission Sector, stressed that the Egyptian -French cooperation in the field of higher education was not the result of the moment, but rather is the fruit of a long history of cultural and scientific understanding, which contributed to enriching the scientific and research scene in Egypt and the region.
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Dr. Ayman Farid explained that the ministry attaches great importance to this forum, as it is a pillar to enhance strategic relations with France, in light of the momentum of relations between the two countries in various fields, noting that the cultural affairs sector and missions, the Egyptian cultural office in France, and the France’s embassy in Cairo are working to change and expand the scope of bilateral cooperation in proportion to the ambition of the two countries, and produce a new generation of scientific and academic partnerships, Noting that many Egyptian researchers travel to study in France during the last period.
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Dr. Ayman Farid pointed to the importance of the role of the principle of communication within the national strategy for higher education and scientific research, as it depends on internal communication and was crowned with an alliance and development initiative, and interest in international cooperation is part of the principle of external communication, pointing to the strength of the Egyptian model for higher education and expansion of investment in higher education, where the knowledge economy is of great importance to Egypt.
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The assistant minister at the French University praised as part of the Egyptian higher education system and its role in attracting expatriate students and providing inter -programs, and explained that this cooperation reflects the confidence of the two countries in the efficiency of the educational system of the two countries, until we establish a new educational concept led by Egypt and France that supports the economy of knowledge, research and innovation.
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Dr. Mamdouh Moawad, head of the National Research Center, talked about joint research cooperation with the French side in the fields of agriculture and energy, water, health sciences, artificial intelligence, and other areas that serve sustainable development, noting for his aspirations that this event provides an opportunity for more researchers to see the latest findings of science and more cooperation in joint scientific research in priority areas.
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For his part, Dr. Laurent Gatino, President of CI Serge, at the University of Paris and actor & quot, France Universte & quot; France’s deep pride in partnership with Egypt as a historical center for cultural and scientific excellence, stressing that this cooperation is the best model for integrating cultures and common respect, indicating the history of long cooperation between the two countries starting from scholarships of Egyptian scholars In France, these historical relations have evolved throughout the ages and benefit from the ancient cultural heritage of the two countries.
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He emphasized France’s pride in renewing this cooperation through successful projects, including the French University project in Egypt, and today we are preparing during this meeting to sign more protocols and launch new projects that reflect confidence between the two countries, in a way that contributes to achieving scientific and technological progress for future generations, pointing to the role of academic and research cooperation as part of cultural diplomacy in promoting peaceful relations that guarantee a prosperous future.
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For its part, Professor Corralle, head of the Supreme Council for Research and Higher Education, explained the importance of working on setting standards for accreditation, working on mutual recognition in the academic field, and taking care of the level of excellence that reflects the aspirations of the two parties to provide high -quality education that meets the needs of development.
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She referred to many successful projects throughout history between the two countries, including the Faculty of Law and others, and affirmed France’s pride in continuing its support for education and scientific research in Egypt, by strengthening student and academic exchange programs, cooperation in developing innovative curricula and educational programs, especially in the priority areas of Egypt’s plan for sustainable development, and France’s appreciation for its importance as a strong regional center for higher education and scientific research, for the benefit of the region, especially for countries French -language African.
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Dr. Anton Botti, Director of the French National Center for Scientific Research, spoke that the relationship with Egypt is a central relationship that extends for sixty years, noting the consolidation of relations with a large number of Egyptian bodies and bodies and participating in projects related to heritage in Alexandria and Karnak Temple and working with Cairo University and the Central Statistical Agency, and pointed out that this meeting strengthens relations with Egypt, which is the largest of our partners outside Europe, and the price of all the efforts made by the forum held today and which will witness the signing of the signature today A number of protocols and agreements that serve joint cooperation.
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The forum’s agenda includes discussing ways to enhance bilateral cooperation, signing cooperation protocols between the Egyptian and French sides with the support of the Supreme Council of Universities, which includes signing agreements with French engineering schools, and an agreement between the French embassy and the Fund for Science, Technology and Innovation to finance post -PhD programs.
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The activities of the forum also include a number of specialized discussion sessions on & quot; Defense of Higher Education and Scientific Research Systems & quot; and & quot; French -Egyptian academic cooperation & ndash; The current situation and prospects & quot; and & quot; the lessons learned and future prospects & quot; To assess bilateral experiences and explore future areas of cooperation, and & quot; strengthening ties between academic circles and the business sector & quot;, as well as sessions to discuss cooperation in enhancing the capabilities of scientific research and innovation through partnerships, and a group of Egyptian and French university presidents, and representatives of the ministries of higher education and research centers from the two countries, as well as a large number of academics participate in the sessions, as well as a large number of academics And representatives of the private sector, and the wide participation of the representatives of the business and industry sector in the two countries, which enhances the opportunities for linking the academic system and the labor market, and contributes to developing study programs that keep pace with the actual needs of the national economy.
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It should be noted that cooperation between the two countries has witnessed a great development during the last period, through more than 70 joint projects under implementation in the fields of health, engineering, digital transformation and social sciences, in addition to working to transfer more than 30 French certificates to Egyptian universities, and the interest of 3 French institutions to open branches in Egypt.
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