Prof. Mohamed Hussein: Al-Mandi charts new paths for expanding university education and transforming innovation into economic power

    Prof. Mohamed Hussein, President of Tanta University, stressed during the regular meeting of Tanta University Council for the month of October that the outcomes of the Egypt Forum 2026 reflect the Egyptian state's orientation towards creating a qualitative shift in the higher education and scientific research systems, within the framework of a national vision that aims to build an economy based on knowledge and innovation.

    He Pointed out that the executive directions announced by the forum included expanding the availability of university education by targeting the establishment and operation of 27 private and technological universities before the end of 2030, which contributes to diversifying educational opportunities and accommodating the increasing demand for modern specializations related to development needs and the labor market.

     The university president added that the move towards building an "Innovation State", through the allocation of targeted funding amounting to EGP 500 million to transform innovative ideas into practical applications and viable projects, represents an important pathway towards maximizing the economic returns of scientific research and aligning knowledge outputs with the needs of society and industry.

    He emphasized that Tanta University places the promotion of innovation and entrepreneurship, alongside strengthening research and production partnerships, among its strategic priorities, in line with national directions aimed at advancing the higher education system and achieving sustainable development goals.