Egyptian Civil Aviation Minister Dr. Samah El-Hafny welcomed Mayar Mohamed Ragab Othman, the champion of the 10th Arab Reading Challenge, at Cairo International Airport. Mayar returned to Egypt after being crowned the winner in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The reception was attended by several high-ranking officials, including Egyptian Member of Parliament Amr Darwish and representatives from the Ministry of Education.

The reception was organized by the Public Relations Team at Cairo International Airport, which provided special facilities for Mayar and her mother. Mayar's father, who traveled from Kuwait to join the celebration, was also present. The minister congratulated Mayar and her family on her achievement, expressing pride in her success, which reflects the talents and capabilities of Egyptian youth.

Dr. El-Hafny emphasized that reading and knowledge are essential in building the awareness of new generations, developing their intellectual and creative abilities, and shaping their personalities. He described Mayar as an inspiration to new generations and a shining example of an Egyptian child who can achieve excellence and raise Egypt's profile in Arab and international forums.

The minister praised Mayar's family for providing a model for supporting children, nurturing their talents, and encouraging them to develop their abilities and achieve their ambitions. He stressed that celebrating Egyptian achievers, especially young people, reflects the state's appreciation for their accomplishments and its keenness to encourage promising talents.

The 10th Arab Reading Challenge, which took place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, saw a record participation of 40 million 286 thousand and 428 students from 60 countries, in addition to 138 thousand and 426 schools and 161 thousand and 507 supervisors. Mayar's achievement is a testament to her hard work and dedication to reading.

The Arab Reading Challenge is an initiative that aims to promote a culture of reading and learning among Arab youth. The challenge encourages students to read and comprehend books, with the goal of developing their reading skills and fostering a love for knowledge. Mayar's victory is a significant achievement for Egypt and the Arab world.

The reception at Cairo International Airport was a fitting tribute to Mayar's achievement, reflecting the state's appreciation for her success and its commitment to encouraging and supporting young talents. Mayar's story serves as an inspiration to young people across Egypt and the Arab world, demonstrating the importance of reading, hard work, and determination in achieving success.

Key points

  • Egyptian Civil Aviation Minister Dr. Samah El-Hafny welcomes Mayar Mohamed Ragab Othman, the champion of the 10th Arab Reading Challenge, at Cairo International Airport.
  • Mayar's achievement is a testament to her hard work and dedication to reading, and reflects the talents and capabilities of Egyptian youth.
  • The Arab Reading Challenge is an initiative that aims to promote a culture of reading and learning among Arab youth.

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