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The Council of Suez University held its regular meeting at the university’s branch in the city of Abu Rudeis in South Sinai, as an expression of the university’s celebration of Sinai Liberation Day. The meeting was chaired by Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal, President of the University, and attended by His Excellency Major General Dr. Ismail Mohamed Kamal, Governor of South Sinai; Major General Hany Kharboush, Head of the Engineering Division of the East Canal Forces; in addition to the university’s vice presidents, deans of faculties, and council members.
The President of the University opened his speech by welcoming the attendees, affirming that holding the council meeting in Abu Rudeis comes at a significant national moment marking Sinai Liberation Day. He expressed pride in convening in this cherished part of the homeland and paid tribute to the souls of the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the liberation of Sinai.
Prof. Heniegal highlighted the great attention given by the political leadership to the development and reconstruction of Sinai, in line with the directives of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. He noted that development projects in Sinai represent a practical translation of the state’s vision to transform the “Land of Turquoise” into a hub for production and investment, enhancing stability and prosperity for its people.
The President of Suez University also praised the significant efforts of Prof. Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, emphasizing that his continuous support for the development of Sinai reflects a comprehensive strategic vision for advancing higher education in Egypt. He added that the minister’s directives have consistently stressed the importance of providing an integrated educational environment for the people of South Sinai, ensuring equal opportunities in university education and strengthening the university’s role in serving the local community.
On this occasion, the University President announced a plan to expand educational programs at the South Sinai branch to include all disciplines starting from the 2026/2027 academic year. These will include the Faculties of Arts, Education, Commerce, Sports Sciences, and Fisheries, after the branch had previously been limited to only one specialization within two faculties. He described this step as a “qualitative leap” in the university’s journey toward serving the local community and supporting sustainable development through education and scientific research.
Prof. Heniegal further affirmed that the university’s direction aligns with the national project to establish South Sinai University, as well as a national private university. The public university will include faculties of Arts, Education, Science, Commerce, Desert Agriculture, and Sports Sciences, while the private university will offer advanced medical, scientific, and engineering specializations, including Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Physical Therapy, Nursing, Communications Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, and Media, among others. These initiatives aim to meet the needs of local, regional, and international labor markets and to prepare competitive and innovative graduates.
He concluded his speech by reaffirming Suez University’s commitment to its national role as an active partner in Sinai’s development efforts, calling for cooperation between the university, state institutions, and civil society to achieve comprehensive development in the region.
The meeting also witnessed discussions on mechanisms for implementing academic expansion plans, strengthening the branch’s infrastructure, and enhancing cooperation with governmental and community entities to support educational and developmental projects in Sinai.
In his speech during the meeting, Major General Dr. Ismail Mohamed Kamal, Governor of South Sinai, welcomed the attendees and praised the great efforts exerted by the President of the University in establishing an integrated branch of Suez University in Abu Rudeis. He affirmed that every citizen has the right to appropriate education wherever they are, regardless of population density, noting that universities not only provide academic education but also play a pivotal role in technical support and community services that foster development and serve the local community.
The Governor also extended his congratulations to the University President on the launch of the Suez University Integrated Services Company, describing it as a pioneering idea that leverages the university’s expertise across various medical, engineering, environmental, and other vital fields.
He stressed that the Suez University branch in South Sinai is of great importance to the governorate, in line with state directives and the vision of the President, praising the national role played by universities in serving society.
In conclusion, he expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the Egyptian Armed Forces, as well as to the Commander-in-Chief, General Ashraf Zahir, Minister of Defense and Military Production, and Major General Hisham Shendi, Commander of the East Canal Forces, for their continuous support, which contributed to achieving this accomplishment.
At the beginning of the meeting, Dr. Eng. Tamer Habashi, the project consultant, presented an overview of the new university’s capabilities, noting that it includes 17 integrated faculties designed to serve the labor market and the surrounding environment. He explained that the design adheres to precise standards to obtain ISO certification and is based on principles of sustainable architecture, ensuring operational efficiency and the preservation of natural resources.