This morning, Prof. Dr. Ashraf Hnijal, the SU President, visited the Faculty of Fish Resources and chaired its council meeting. Prof. Dr. Osama Qadour, the Dean of the Faculty, attended this session along with the faculty’s vice deans, department heads, and council members.

Therefore, the university president commenced the meeting by commending the recent advancements and achievements of the Faculty of Fish Resources over the past few years. These include the rehabilitation and development of the aquatic laboratory, the inauguration of a sales outlet for the fish products manufacturing unit, and the notable achievement of Suez University, represented by the Faculty of Fish Resources, assuming the presidency of the African Union Centers of Excellence across the African continent for two years.

As well, Prof. Dr. Hnijal emphasized that these accomplishments represent significant milestones, highlighting the collective effort of all involved. He encouraged continued work, development, and the integration of modern technologies in this vital sector.

During the meeting, the university president initiated the voting process to select the faculty representative for the committee responsible for appointing the next Faculty of Fish Resources dean, in preparation for opening applications for the position.

Additionally, Prof. Dr. Hnijal engaged in discussions with Prof. Dr. Ahmed Nasrallah, the Regional Director of the International Fish Center and an external member of the faculty council. They addressed the importance of partnerships between Suez University and international organizations, focusing on the stages of the collaborative project between Suez University and the International Fish Center to utilize renewable energy in aquaculture.