Egypt's House of Representatives has agreed to form a special committee to re-examine Article 25 of the Kayan University law. The committee, headed by MP Assem El-Gazzar, will discuss the article, which was objected to by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. The article in question relates to financial allowances for students at the university. The committee's formation was announced by House of Representatives Speaker, Counselor Hisham Badawi, during a plenary session.
The committee consists of several members, including MPs Ashraf El-Sheikhi, head of the Education Committee; Alaa Fouad, deputy head of the Legislative Committee; Ibrahim El-Masry, deputy head of the Defense Committee; and Majda Bakry, deputy head of the Education Committee, among others. The committee is set to convene on Wednesday. The formation of the committee comes after President El-Sisi sent a message to the House of Representatives expressing his objection to the Kayan University law.
President El-Sisi's objection was related to Article 25 of the law, which provides for monthly and annual allowances for students at the university. The article grants students in the military division a monthly allowance equivalent to the first salary of a lieutenant and legal compensation, from the date they are granted this rank. The president's message emphasized the need to achieve equality between Egyptian university students and maintain the independence of each university.
The House of Representatives had previously received the Kayan University law, which aims to establish a university within the Egyptian Armed Forces for applied sciences. The law was submitted to the parliament on August 3, 2026. During the plenary session, MPs discussed the president's message and the implications of removing Article 25.
The special committee formed to discuss the article will work to find a solution that addresses the concerns of all parties involved. The committee's discussions will focus on the potential impact of removing Article 25 on students at Kayan University. The House of Representatives has emphasized its commitment to ensuring that the rights of all students are protected.
The Kayan University law aims to establish a new educational institution within the Egyptian Armed Forces, focusing on applied sciences. The university's establishment is seen as a step towards enhancing the country's education system and providing new opportunities for students. The law's provisions will be thoroughly examined by the special committee to ensure they align with the country's laws and regulations.
The House of Representatives has begun its discussion of the Kayan University law, taking into account the president's objections and the concerns of various stakeholders. The special committee's recommendations will be crucial in determining the final shape of the law. The parliament's goal is to reach a consensus that balances the needs of students, the government, and the country's education system.
Key points
- The Egyptian parliament has formed a special committee to discuss the removal of Article 25 from the Kayan University law, which provides for financial allowances for students.
- President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi had objected to the article, citing the need to achieve equality between Egyptian university students.
- The special committee will work to find a solution that addresses the concerns of all parties involved, including students, the government, and the country's education system.
