Egypt's planned government conference next month will focus on answering public questions and concerns, rather than simply presenting a list of achievements. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly made the announcement at the weekly Cabinet meeting, emphasizing that the conference aims to involve the public in every step the government takes for the benefit of the country and its citizens.
The conference, called for by President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi, has four main goals: responding to public inquiries and questions; explaining recent government accomplishments; highlighting current challenges; and clarifying the government's future vision. This approach is intended to promote transparency and credibility, helping citizens understand the challenges Egypt has faced over the past five decades.
El-Sisi first called for the conference on August 26, during a ceremony marking the Prophet Mohamed's birthday in the New Capital. He directed the government to prepare a comprehensive report on the state's achievements, spending, and results over recent years and present it to the public over a discussion period of seven to 10 days.
Prime Minister Madbouly reiterated that the conference will not just be a presentation of figures and statistics. Instead, he plans to document the government's record clearly and respond to reservations, criticisms, and public concerns raised across all sectors. This approach is expected to provide a platform for citizens to engage with the government and have their concerns addressed.
In addition to discussing the conference, the Cabinet meeting also covered other topics, including presidential activity and recent events. Madbouly reviewed El-Sisi's reception of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, during which they reaffirmed that Gulf security forms part of Egypt's own national security.
The Cabinet also discussed the government's monitoring of an oil-price jump linked to renewed Iranian attacks on Gulf states. Furthermore, Madbouly briefed ministers on El-Sisi's participation in the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, where the president held bilateral talks with leaders of member states and met Indian company CEOs to discuss expanding their investments in Egypt.
On the domestic front, Madbouly cited his inspection tour of transport projects in Cairo and Giza, part of a wider push that has included high-speed rail trials beginning this month. The Cabinet also discussed proposed amendments to the building violations law governing reconciliation over construction violations, aimed at addressing problems that emerged during its implementation.
Key points
- The conference aims to involve the public in every step the government takes for the benefit of the country and its citizens.
- The government plans to document its record clearly and respond to public concerns raised across all sectors.
- The conference will prioritize addressing public concerns and questions, rather than simply presenting a list of achievements.
