Cairo University witnessed the launch of the Egyptian-French University Forum, held in the presence of French President Emmanuel Macron and under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Mohamed Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and his French counterpart, Mr. Philippe Baptiste. Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal, President of Suez University, participated in this prominent event alongside other presidents of Egyptian and French universities, as well as leaders in higher education and scientific research from both countries, including Prof. Dr. Ezz Eldin Husseiny, Acting Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, and Prof. Dr. Osama Kadour, Dean of the Faculty of Fish Resources and Director of the University’s Office for International Cooperation.
President Macron expressed his appreciation to all those contributing to the enhancement of academic cooperation between Egypt and France, affirming that the partnership between the two countries in the field of Egyptology has long-standing roots.
The French President pointed out that Egypt leads Africa and the Middle East in the field of information energy, highlighting the nation’s remarkable quality and dynamism in innovation. He emphasized the importance of Egyptian youth, stating, “We come to Egypt to speak to its youth, who constitute a significant portion of the society—one out of every two Egyptians is under the age of 25.”
The President of Suez University stated that this forum serves as a platform to strengthen academic cooperation between Egypt and France, coming as part of efforts to enhance academic relations between the two countries. It presents an opportunity for the exchange of expertise and the signing of international agreements that support academic partnerships. It also contributes to the development of the higher education and scientific research system in alignment with Egypt’s Vision 2030.
Prof. Dr. Heniegal further explained that new partnerships with French universities aim to provide training, capacity building, and support for innovation. These partnerships focus on establishing dual degree programs, promoting academic exchange, and founding international university branches—contributing to linking education with regional and international labor markets.
The President of Suez University also indicated that opening new horizons for academic collaboration between Egypt and France, with a focus on modern disciplines such as technological sciences and interdisciplinary programs, will have a positive impact on the quality and presence of scientific research across Egyptian universities.
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