Prof. Mohamed Hussein, President of Tanta University, participated in the regular meeting of the Supreme Council of Universities, chaired by Prof. Abdelaziz Qansouh, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Acting Minister of Culture. The meeting was attended by Prof. Mostafa Refaat, Secretary of the Supreme Council of Universities, and the presidents of Egyptian universities. It was held at the Ministry’s headquarters in the New Administrative Capital.

    According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, the Minister directed universities to implement the initiatives and recommendations outlined at the Egypt Forum 2026. These include launching the “State of Innovation” initiative to transform innovative ideas into practical applications and viable projects; developing academic programs based on competencies and skills; establishing a digital platform to monitor labor market needs and support the development of new scientific and interdisciplinary specializations; and enhancing students’ professional skills through career skills development centers at Egyptian universities.

     The Minister also stressed the importance of strengthening universities’ international presence, expanding partnerships and cooperation agreements with prestigious international universities, and continuing efforts to raise students’ awareness of the responsible use of social media.

     The Minister praised President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s recognition of outstanding university students during the Egypt Forum 2026. He also highlighted Egypt’s advancement by three places in the 2026 Global Innovation Index and the inclusion of 40 Egyptian universities in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027.

    The Council reviewed universities’ innovations in preparation for transforming them into practical, marketable products. It also discussed the University League competition project and the “State of Talents” project.

      In addition, the Council reviewed reports presented by the presidents of Cairo, Suez, Menoufia, Minya, Qena, Arish, Assiut, Tanta, Matrouh, New Valley, and Beni Suef universities. The reports showcased outstanding research and innovative research projects aimed at maximizing the impact of scientific research by translating research outcomes into practical applications and production, promoting the knowledge-based economy, and strengthening links between scientific research and industry.

        The Minister directed that work begin on implementing outstanding projects with practical applications, affirming that the Ministry would support universities in carrying them out to contribute to the advancement of the national economy.