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Alexandria Governor and Acting President of Alexandria University Attend Ceremony Honoring Top Students in General Certificate Examinations
Eng. Ayman Attia, Governor of Alexandria, and Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, attended today, Saturday, August 15, 2026, a ceremony honoring the top students in the general certificate examinations in Alexandria Governorate. The ceremony was held at the Grand Hall of the Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University, in the presence of Dr. Amira Yassin, Deputy Governor of Alexandria; Dr. Hany Dahi, former Minister of Transport and Chairman of the Board of Abu Qir Fertilizers Company; Dr. Wael El-Maghlani, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Engineering; Dr. Arabi Abu Zeid, Director of the Alexandria Directorate of Education; as well as a number of members of the House of Representatives and Senate, parents, and students.
In his speech, Eng. Ayman Attia emphasized that the ceremony celebrates success stories built on hard work, perseverance, and determination, praising the role of parents in supporting their children and providing a suitable environment for their success. He affirmed that Alexandria University represents a prestigious academic institution, calling on the students to continue their journey of excellence and stressing the importance of linking education with scientific research, innovation, and labor market needs.
Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim expressed his appreciation to the outstanding students and their parents, emphasizing that the secondary school stage is the beginning, not the end, of their journey. He noted that Alexandria University is committed to supporting young talents and providing them with academic and research support through modern academic programs that meet local and international labor market requirements. He also highlighted the availability of the university’s “Technology Park” facilities to top students and encouraged them to present their ideas and innovations and transform them into real-world projects.
Dr. Hany Dahi emphasized that success is achieved through determination and hard work, noting that the students’ achievements mark the beginning of a new journey filled with challenges. He affirmed Abu Qir Fertilizers Company’s commitment to its social responsibility in supporting outstanding students, stressing the importance of investing in young minds and strengthening cooperation between industrial and educational institutions.
Dr. Arabi Abu Zeid also thanked Alexandria Governorate and Alexandria University for their continued support of the educational system, noting the outstanding results achieved by Alexandria students at the national level, including securing two places among the top ten students nationwide in the General Secondary Certificate examinations, as well as the achievements of technical education students and students with disabilities. He highlighted ongoing efforts to develop technical and technological education, expand applied technology schools, and align their programs with labor market needs.
The ceremony concluded with honoring the top students and presenting them with certificates of appreciation and commemorative shields in recognition of their outstanding achievements and to encourage them to continue their journey of success and excellence.
Alexandria University Receives Malaysian Ambassador to Discuss Cooperation and Kuala Lumpur Branch
Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, received Malaysian Ambassador to Egypt Mohamed Tred bin Sufian to discuss enhancing academic and research cooperation and the latest developments of the university’s branch in Kuala Lumpur.
Dr. Abdel Hakim highlighted the strong Egypt–Malaysia relations and the growing number of Malaysian students studying at Alexandria University, particularly in Medicine and Dentistry. He emphasized that the Kuala Lumpur branch represents a strategic step in the university’s international expansion and aims to attract students from Malaysia and Southeast Asia.
The Malaysian Ambassador praised Alexandria University’s academic standing and expressed the Embassy’s full support for the Kuala Lumpur branch and for strengthening educational and scientific cooperation between Egypt and Malaysia.
Acting President of Alexandria University Attends the 5th Akhbar El Yom Higher Education Exhibition
Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, attended the opening of the 5th edition of the Akhbar El Yom Higher Education Exhibition at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, in the presence of a number of university presidents and higher education leaders.
During his tour, Dr. Abdel Hakim praised the exhibition’s organization and highlighted its importance in introducing students and parents to Egypt’s diverse higher education opportunities, academic programs, emerging disciplines, scholarships, and training opportunities.
He also toured the booths of Alexandria University and Alexandria National University, emphasizing the universities’ commitment to developing modern and interdisciplinary programs, as well as dual and joint degree programs with leading international universities, in line with labor market needs and future demands.
The participation of Alexandria University and Alexandria National University reflects their commitment to providing students with diverse educational pathways and promoting their distinguished academic programs and educational opportunities.
Minister of Higher Education and Acting President of Alexandria University Inspect the University's N'Djamena Branch Ahead of Its Official Opening in May 2027
Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Acting Minister of Culture, accompanied by Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, visited the University's branch in N'Djamena, Chad, to inspect the final construction and equipment works ahead of its official opening in May 2027.
During the visit, the delegation reviewed the academic buildings, medical center, and other facilities of the new campus, which will accommodate around 6,000 students. The Minister praised the progress of the project and reaffirmed its importance in strengthening academic cooperation between Egypt and Chad and supporting higher education across Central and West Africa.
Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim highlighted that the branch currently offers programs in Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, with 128 graduates to date, and announced plans to introduce new programs in Computer Science, Nursing, and Business Administration starting in the 2027/2028 academic year. He added that the new campus will include a medical center, a dairy production facility for practical training, and modern educational infrastructure, making it a flagship model for the internationalization of Egyptian higher education.
Alexandria University and Chinese Consul General Discuss Expanding Academic and Research Cooperation
Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, received Ms. Xu Min, Consul General of the People's Republic of China in Alexandria, to discuss expanding academic, research, and cultural cooperation between Alexandria University and Chinese universities.
During the meeting, Dr. Abdel Hakim highlighted the University's commitment to strengthening partnerships with Chinese institutions, expanding academic exchange programs, supporting Chinese international students, and promoting collaboration in joint degree programs, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, medical training, and innovation through the Alexandria University Technology Park (AUTP).
For her part, Ms. Xu Min praised Alexandria University's academic reputation and reaffirmed China's commitment to enhancing cooperation and cultural exchange between Chinese and Egyptian higher education institutions.
Both sides agreed to continue coordination to implement the proposed areas of cooperation and further strengthen the strategic partnership between Alexandria University and Chinese universities.
