As part of Suez University's commitment to strengthening its international presence and expanding academic and cultural cooperation with global institutions, Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal, President of Suez University, signed an agreement for the university to join the Beijing International Association of Literary Academies.

The University President assigned Dr. Yehia Mokhtar, Lecturer of Chinese Language at the Faculty of Arts, Suez University, to travel to Beijing, the capital of China, to participate in the accession activities and deliver the President’s speech in Chinese during the opening conference, which was held as part of the Beijing International Week events.

The Beijing International Association of Literary Academies is a global organization dedicated to promoting literary exchange and cooperation among countries worldwide. It was established through an initiative by the Beijing Federation of Literary and Art Circles and the Beijing Lao She Academy of Literature. Suez University’s membership in this association represents a pioneering achievement among Egyptian universities, as the association includes distinguished academic institutions from around the world.

This membership marks an important step reflecting Suez University’s growing role in academic and cultural engagement on the international stage. It also constitutes a significant addition to the field of literary studies, particularly Chinese studies, by providing opportunities for scholarly and cultural exchange, researcher and writer visits, literary resource sharing, and the development of collaborative literary research initiatives.

Representing Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal, President of Suez University, Dr. Yehia Mokhtar delivered the university’s address. He began by conveying the President’s greetings to all attendees and his wish to have attended the event personally. However, due to urgent professional commitments, he was unable to do so. He also expressed sincere appreciation and gratitude to the Beijing International Association and the Lao She Academy of Literature for their generous invitation and confidence, emphasizing Suez University’s pride in joining this prestigious organization.

In his message, the University President stated:

“Egypt and China, as two ancient cradles of civilization, have long been sources of culture, history, and literature. Despite the geographical distance between them, the ancient Silk Road connected our peoples more than two thousand years ago, and the city of Suez was one of its significant stations. Today, under the Belt and Road Initiative, there is an increasing need to deepen cultural understanding and strengthen bonds of friendship through literature. From this perspective, Suez University is honored to join this association in support of the ongoing cultural cooperation between Egypt and China.”

The participation also included a presentation introducing Suez University, highlighting its faculties, academic and student activities, and achievements in various university rankings, reflecting the institution’s progress across educational and research fields.

Concluding his remarks, Dr. Mokhtar stated:

“On behalf of His Excellency Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal, President of Suez University, I extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to the organizers and hosts of this distinguished gathering. I am honored to present the university’s shield on his behalf and to convey his great satisfaction with this cooperation, as well as his strong desire and full readiness to expand future partnerships and take positive steps toward activating this collaboration and promoting mutual visits in the near future. We look forward to accelerating our joint efforts so that together we may write a brighter chapter in the future of Egyptian-Chinese literary exchange and cooperation.”