French-Egyptian Forum for Scientific and Academic Cooperation to be held April 7-8

CAIRO - 7 April 2025: Secretary of the Supreme Council of Universities, Dr. Mustafa Refaat, stated that the French-Egyptian Forum for Scientific and Academic Cooperation will be held over two days, April 7 and 8, on the sidelines of the French President's visit to Cairo.

 

The convening of this scientific forum reflects the depth of scientific ties between Egypt and France and underscores the expansion of strategic cooperation in the field of higher education and scientific research to achieve sustainable development.

 

During his speech at the Egyptian-French conference, Dr. Mustafa Refaat added that the internationalization of higher education is a strategic option within the Ministry of Higher Education's strategy to achieve quality education and scientific research. This comes within the framework of a national plan to make knowledge and innovation the engines of development in the country. We seek to activate partnerships and exchange expertise with major international institutions.

 

Dr. Mustafa Refaat pointed out that several agreements and memoranda of understanding are scheduled to be signed with the Higher Education and Scientific Research Authority in France, marking a qualitative step in cooperation between higher education institutions in both countries. This cooperation aims to enhance academic coordination and exchange of expertise in developing joint educational programs that respond to global changes.

 

In this context, the Supreme Council of Universities continues to play its leading role in developing higher education in Egypt and promoting scientific research. The Council is committed to qualifying universities to provide advanced education and community services. The guiding reference framework for higher education has also been launched.

 

"Today, We also witness the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Supreme Council of Universities and the Director of Technical Schools of Engineering to enhance cooperation, a partnership agreement between the French Embassy and the Science and Technology Support Fund to fund post-doctoral fellowship programs, and bilateral memoranda between Egyptian and French universities," Dr. Refaat said.

 

Dr. Mustafa Refaat further emphasized the importance of the French University in Egypt as a model for cross-border education.