President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi affirmed his endeavor for Egypt to be at the forefront of nations. The ancient Egyptian nation is the one that initiated history, created civilization, and was a symbol of power, Sisi said in a speech to the Egyptian family Iftar banquet.
He added that the Egyptian nation has paid the price in blood and made precious sacrifices, emphasizing not to heed those who seek to distort facts.
Sisi expressed his pleasure to attend the ceremony with spirit and kindness, “which brings all the Egyptians together in their beloved homeland Egypt.
“I will seize the opportunity to renewed the promise at the beginning of a new presidential term, after you have renewed your confidence and commitment in an election process witnessed by the world for its integrity and honorable appearance,” he added.
The Egyptians united with no distinction to achieve clear victory in the battles of survival and construction, Sisi said.
He described the Egyptian people as the heroes and teachers who faced hardships and challenges.
He hailed the Egyptian women who sacrificed their beloved family members as martyrs, so that Egypt could enjoy security.
Sisi also paid tribute to the Armed Forces and security personnel, who dedicated themselves to Egypt’s security and safety.
He also described all of Egypt’s scholars, teachers, workers, farmers, intellectuals, and media professionals as heroes of this unique period in the nation’s history.
“I pledge to continue striving for the dignity and glory of Egypt, providing a decent life for its people, and safeguarding its national security, independence, leadership, and international role,” Sisi said.
He emphasized the continuation of implementing economic reform measures, focusing on industrial localization, expanding agricultural land, increasing foreign direct investment, supporting the private sector, and providing necessary social protection measures for the most vulnerable groups.
Sisi also pledged to support the state of openness and political reform, which began with his call for the National Dialogue in April 2022.
Sisi emphasized the necessity of engaging all sectors of the society in the National Dialogue to reach consensus on many of the crises facing the country.
Sisi noted that the Egyptian state will continue to adopt the “strategic balance” policy concerning international and regional issues. The policy puts into its consideration the Egyptian national security, efforts to reach an overall peace and respecting the peoples’ will.
Source: The Egyptian Gazette
