Egyptian Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouli has reiterated state keenness on upgrading the efficiency of the higher education system.
He referred to an orientation to have, besides government universities, a variety of private ones, several of which have already been established, in addition to technological universities, in partnership with the private sector.
The private sector has been encouraged to establish universities, in partnership with prestigious international institutions, citing the example of the Bedaya University and the Texas Medical University.
Madbouli made the remarks during the inauguration ceremony of the Bedaya University, in New October city.
Bedaya University embodies the state’s vision for carrying out the development process in partnership with the private sector, he stressed.
“In 2014, the number of universities in Egypt was between 50 and 52, and today we have 100 universities. The state has successfully managed to double the number over 10 years,” Madbouli said.
These efforts, he added, are meant to fulfill Egypt’s goal to become a regional hub for education and recover its key role as a destination for students from neighboring countries to study here.
Higher Education Minister Ayman Ashour, several senior officials and leading business figures attended the ceremony.
“The state is keen on utilizing its assets, through the implementation of various projects, providing the land and handing over the development process to investors in a win-win situation,” the premier added.
For his part, Minister of Higher Education Ayman Ashour stressed that the private higher education system in Egypt has experienced remarkable development since the launch of the system in 1997.
“Badya University represents a model that highlights Egypt’s ability to provide great educational models capable of competing globally,” Ashour said.
He stressed that the university’s goal is to provide high-quality education that achieves the aspirations of future generations. He pointed to the university’s efforts to achieve an international partnership in accordance with international standards.
Source: The Egyptian Gazette
