Egypt's National Press Authority is working to enhance specialized content and expand the digital presence of press institutions. The authority's head, Eng. Abd al-Sadiq al-Shurbaji, expressed gratitude to Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Hussein Issa for understanding the challenges faced by press institutions. Al-Shurbaji emphasized the importance of support in this file and highlighted efforts to develop content, utilize assets, and maximize returns. The authority has implemented comprehensive programs for digital transformation, including financial, administrative, and journalistic aspects.
The National Press Authority has formed central committees with diverse expertise to develop paper and electronic content. The authority has also organized training programs to enhance the skills of employees and promote the use of modern technologies. Al-Shurbaji noted that content development efforts include diversifying supplements and publications, as well as enhancing specialized content. The authority aims to develop the digital presence of press institutions and leverage their strengths.
Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Hussein Issa met with Eng. Abd al-Sadiq al-Shurbaji to discuss plans for restructuring national press institutions. The goal is to achieve financial sustainability and improve performance efficiency. Dr. Issa emphasized the state's interest in promoting and developing national press institutions. He highlighted their role as a platform for awareness and enlightenment, as well as their historical significance.
Dr. Issa held separate meetings with the National Press Authority to discuss the situation and plans of "Rose al-Yusuf" and "Dar al-Hilal" institutions. The meetings included a comprehensive review of the institutions' conditions, challenges, and development plans. The discussions focused on achieving financial balance, resource development, and maximizing asset utilization.
The meetings were attended by several officials, including the National Press Authority's deputy, Alaa Thabit, and the general secretary, Marwa al-Sisi. Dr. Issa emphasized the importance of developing press content and achieving integration between paper and digital platforms. He also highlighted the need to continue efforts to settle debts and enhance financial sustainability.
Dr. Issa stressed that the restructuring efforts aim to build a sustainable model for national press institutions. The model combines financial treatment, restructuring, and performance efficiency. He emphasized that financial sustainability is a fundamental pillar for the institutions' continued performance of their media, national, and social roles.
The National Press Authority's efforts to enhance specialized content and digital presence are part of a broader strategy to promote and develop national press institutions. The authority aims to leverage the strengths of these institutions, including their human cadres, journalistic experiences, and accumulated expertise. The goal is to ensure the continued relevance and effectiveness of national press institutions in the rapidly evolving media landscape.
Key points
- The National Press Authority is working to enhance specialized content and expand the digital presence of press institutions.
- Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Hussein Issa emphasized the state's interest in promoting and developing national press institutions.
- The restructuring efforts aim to build a sustainable model for national press institutions, combining financial treatment, restructuring, and performance efficiency.
