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Alexandria University Receives a High-Level Chinese Medical Delegation to Enhance Cooperation in Liver Surgery
Within the framework of strengthening academic and research collaboration with prestigious international institutions, Alexandria University received a delegation of Chinese experts from Sichuan University and West China Hospital, specializing in liver surgery and liver transplantation. The visit took place at the university headquarters to explore avenues of joint cooperation with the Faculty of Medicine and to enhance the exchange of expertise in specialized medical fields, particularly advanced surgeries and modern technological applications.
The meeting was attended by Dr. Affaf Al-Oufy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. Tamer Abdallah, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine; and a number of professors of liver surgery and organ transplantation at the Faculty of Medicine. The Chinese delegation included Dr. Hong Wu, Vice President of Sichuan University and Head of the Surgical Team, along with a distinguished group of experts in liver surgery, transplantation, and anesthesia from Sichuan University and West China Hospital.
During the meeting, Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim emphasized Alexandria University’s commitment to engaging with distinguished international experiences and benefiting from global expertise to advance its educational and research systems, thereby enhancing the quality of healthcare services and medical education for the benefit of patients. He noted that cooperation with the Chinese side represents an important step toward establishing sustainable strategic partnerships, particularly in the fields of artificial intelligence applications in medicine, specialized practical training, hosting experts to train surgeons, supporting medical teams and nursing staff, as well as sending faculty members abroad for training in the latest surgical techniques.
Dr. Tamer Abdallah explained that the cooperation includes organizing joint workshops on advanced techniques in liver, gallbladder, and pancreatic surgeries, as well as liver transplantation, in addition to discussing mechanisms for introducing robotic surgery and performing remote operations. He also pointed out that the Chinese experts performed several surgical procedures at Al-Mowasat University Hospital using three-dimensional laparoscopic technology to treat liver tumors, applying the ICG dye technique for the first time in Egypt, marking a significant advancement in the level of surgical services provided.
The Chinese delegation expressed their appreciation for the warm reception, praising the distinguished academic and research standing of the Faculty of Medicine at Alexandria University, and affirming their aspiration to build an effective partnership that includes conducting joint surgeries and implementing specialized training programs and workshops, thereby strengthening academic and research cooperation between both sides in the coming phase.
It is worth noting that Sichuan University and West China Hospital are among the leading academic and medical institutions in China in the fields of medical education, scientific research, and international publication, enjoying a prestigious global reputation in advanced surgical specialties and liver transplantation.
Alexandria University and Alexandria Governorate Discuss Urgent Solution to Waiting Crisis for El Shatby Patients’ Companions
Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, and Dr. Affaf Al-Oufy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, received Eng. Ayman Attia, Governor of Alexandria, on Saturday, February 21, 2026, to discuss mechanisms for providing suitable resting areas for patients’ companions at El Shatby Hospital. The initiative aims to alleviate the suffering of patients’ families and ensure a humane environment that respects their dignity.
During the meeting, the Governor stressed the importance of reaching an urgent solution that takes into account the humanitarian dimension and preserves the dignity of families, emphasizing that it is unacceptable for patients’ relatives to remain on sidewalks while waiting for their loved ones. He noted that the recurring scene in front of El Shatby Hospital reflects a broader issue present in several governorates, which necessitates swift action and effective coordination to implement practical and sustainable solutions as soon as possible.
For his part, Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim affirmed that a joint executive committee will be formed between the University and the Governorate to examine the proposed solutions. The committee will work to reduce the hardships endured by families, particularly as they spend long hours outside the hospital without adequate shelter to protect them from weather conditions or ease the psychological stress associated with anxiety and anticipation. He added that the University will collaborate closely with the Governorate to provide all necessary logistical support to implement this initiative promptly.
In turn, Dr. Affaf Al-Oufy explained that Alexandria University Hospitals serve four governorates, leading to high patient turnout at the university hospitals. She pointed out that the annual number of visitors approaches 15,000 cases, in addition to approximately 90 deliveries per day at El Shatby Hospital. She added that hospital management is keen to regulate the entry of companions to ensure the highest standards of healthcare within various departments, limit the spread of infection, and maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients and medical staff. She affirmed that coordination with the Governorate will continue to expedite the provision of appropriate waiting areas for patients’ families and to eliminate overcrowding in front of university hospitals.
Alexandria University Congratulates the New Governor of Alexandria and Affirms Its Support for Development Efforts in the Governorate
Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, extended his sincere congratulations to Eng. Ayman Ibrahim Attia on the occasion of his appointment as Governor of Alexandria, wishing him continued success in carrying out the responsibilities of his new position.
This came during an official visit to the Governorate’s headquarters, accompanied by Dr. Affaf Al -Oufy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development. They expressed their pride in the longstanding and close cooperation between the University and the Governorate across various sectors.
Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim affirmed the University’s confidence in the new Governor’s ability to continue the comprehensive development process in the governorate and to support plans aimed at advancing infrastructure and public services, in line with the State’s sustainable development agenda.
He also emphasized Alexandria University’s commitment to strengthening its strategic partnership with the Governorate by providing scientific and consultative support and harnessing its research capabilities and academic expertise to serve development plans, thereby reinforcing cooperation among state institutions and advancing national progress toward a more prosperous future for the people of Alexandria.
The Council of Graduate Studies and Research Extends Congratulations to the Minister of Higher Education and Discusses a Number of Research Matters
The Council of Graduate Studies and Research, which convened on Thursday morning, February 19, 2026, under the chairmanship of Professor Hesham Saeed, Vice President of the University for Graduate Studies and Research, extended its congratulations to all members of the university community on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan.
The Council also congratulated Professor Abdel Aziz Konsowa on the issuance of the Presidential Decree by H.E. the President of the Republic appointing him as Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, wishing him continued success and prosperity.
In addition, the Council congratulated Professor Walid Abdel Azim, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, on his appointment as Governor of the Red Sea; Professor Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Vice President of the University for Education and Student Affairs, on his appointment as Acting President of the University; and Professor Wael El-Maghlany, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Engineering for Education and Student Affairs, on his appointment as Acting Dean of the Faculty of Engineering.
The Council approved the formation of the Board of Directors of the Arabic-language scientific journal “Applications in Sports Science”, as well as the formation of the Board of Directors of the English-language journal Journal of Applied Sports Science. The Council also approved amendments to the bylaws of the Professional Diploma in Sports Pharmacy Practice at the Faculty of Pharmacy under the credit-hour system.
The Council further approved the amendment and merger of the annexes to the Joint International PhD Agreement for Ms. Yasmine Hossam El-Din Hamza, Assistant Lecturer in the Department of French Language and Literature, including the amendment of her dissertation title, in accordance with a request from the University of Poitiers, France.
Alexandria University Congratulates the Minister of Higher Education and Affirms Its Support for Advancing the Higher Education System
Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, accompanied by Dr. Affaf Al-Oufy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, paid a visit to Dr. Abdel Aziz Konsowa, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, to extend their congratulations on the issuance of the decision appointing him as Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The visit took place at the Ministry’s headquarters in the New Administrative Capital and was attended by a delegation of university leaders, including presidents and vice presidents, reflecting the university community’s pride in this occasion and its full support for the Ministry’s new leadership.
During the meeting, Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim expressed his sincere congratulations and best wishes for success in carrying out the Minister’s new responsibilities, affirming the confidence of the Alexandria University community in his ability to continue advancing the higher education and scientific research system in Egypt and to enhance the regional and international competitiveness of Egyptian universities.
He further emphasized Alexandria University’s full support for the strategies and directions adopted by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, which aim to enhance the quality of education, promote scientific research and innovation, and strengthen international partnerships, in line with sustainable development goals and Egypt’s national vision.
Dr. Affaf Al-Oufy also extended her heartfelt congratulations to the Minister on assuming his new post, stressing that the coming phase requires the integration of efforts among higher education institutions to serve society and support sustainable development initiatives. She expressed her confidence that the higher education system will witness further progress in innovation, linking scientific research to societal needs, and reinforcing the role of universities in community and environmental service.
For his part, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research expressed his appreciation for the visit, praising the pioneering role played by Alexandria University across academic, research, and community fields, and underscoring the importance of concerted efforts among Egyptian universities to continue the path of development and modernization in the coming period.