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Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal, President of Suez University, received His Excellency Ambassador Seif Kandil, Head of the Cairo International Center for Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping, and Peacebuilding, in the presence of Prof. Dr. Ezz El-Din El-Husseini Gad, Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, and Prof. Dr. Nibal Ezz El-Din, Dean of the Faculty of Politics and Economics.
During the meeting, Prof. Dr. Heniegal welcomed the university’s guest and affirmed Suez University’s commitment to promoting political awareness among its students and strengthening their understanding of African issues, as well as Egypt’s diplomatic role in supporting efforts to resolve conflicts and achieve stability across the African continent.
The President of the University also highlighted Suez University’s interest in enhancing cooperation with African countries. He explained that the university has signed a number of cooperation protocols with several African states in various fields, including fisheries, particularly in light of the presence of the Faculty of Fish Resources at the university. He added that the university is preparing to host a conference on the Blue Economy in the coming period, with the participation of several faculties, reflecting its commitment to development issues related to marine resources and maritime economic activities.
For his part, Ambassador Seif Kandil reviewed the key activities of the Cairo International Center for Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping, and Peacebuilding, noting the center’s role in supporting and building the capacities of African professionals. He also referred to the distinguished training opportunities provided for students of the Faculty of Politics and Economics, which contribute to preparing them for careers in the fields of peacebuilding and international security.
Prof. Dr. Nibal Ezz El-Din, Dean of the Faculty of Politics and Economics, emphasized that hosting diplomatic figures and international experts represents an important opportunity for students to gain insight into real-world experiences in diplomacy and conflict resolution. She noted that the visit reflects the faculty’s commitment to linking academic study with practical application, thereby preparing young cadres capable of understanding and addressing international and regional issues with awareness and knowledge.
This visit comes as part of a series of visits organized by the center to Egyptian universities, which began with the Faculty of Politics and Economics at Suez University. The initiative aims to strengthen academic cooperation and provide opportunities for direct interaction between students and diplomatic experts specializing in conflict resolution, peacebuilding, and the role of youth in promoting a culture of peace.