Egypt's foreign minister: Outstanding students are a national asset, key to future

Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs considers its brightest students a vital national asset, essential for driving the country's future progress and development. Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met with the nation's top high school graduates, emphasizing that genuine excellence involves more than just academic achievement. He highlighted the importance of continuous learning, critical thinking, and applying knowledge for the benefit of Egypt.

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The Foreign Ministry considers outstanding students a national asset and a key pillar in building Egypt’s future and advancing the country’s aspirations for development and progress.

Abdelatty underscored the connection between Egypt's foreign policy and the daily lives of its citizens, noting its influence on economic matters, investment, and market development. He pointed to the significant national development across various sectors over the past decade under President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, which he believes has strengthened the nation's foundations and created new opportunities for young people. The minister outlined key principles of Egyptian foreign policy, including strategic balance, independent decision-making, and diverse partnerships aimed at safeguarding national interests and enhancing Egypt's regional and international standing.

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genuine excellence extends beyond academic distinction to encompass the ability to pursue continuous learning, engage in critical thinking and harness knowledge in service of the nation.

The meeting, organized in cooperation with Al Gomhuria newspaper, aimed to familiarize students with Egypt's global role before their participation in the newspaper's annual educational trip abroad. National Press Authority Chairman Abdel Sadek El-Shorbagy praised the collaboration, stating that supporting outstanding students is an investment in Egypt's future. He also noted the national press's role in fostering national awareness among youth and educating them about national issues.

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supporting outstanding students constitutes an investment in Egypt’s future