Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi chaired a meeting at the Strategic Command headquarters in the New Administrative Capital, attended by Prime Minister and government members, governors, and leaders of the armed forces and police. The meeting reviewed the progress made over the past decade in various ministries and addressed challenges and priorities. The President emphasized the importance of improving services for citizens and streamlining procedures.

The meeting discussed several domestic and regional issues, including economic challenges and the repercussions of the region's crises. The President stressed the importance of maintaining internal cohesion and confronting rumors. He also highlighted the need for efficient use of state resources and building trust in its institutions. The President emphasized that citizen awareness is crucial in addressing challenges and attempts to influence society.

President El-Sisi pointed out that Egyptian awareness represents a strong defense against challenges and plots targeting the state. He stressed the importance of citizens understanding the nature of the challenges facing the state. The meeting also discussed the importance of maintaining internal cohesion in light of the development of tools and means used to influence societies. The President called for integrating the efforts of state institutions to maintain social stability and cohesion.

The President addressed the importance of confronting attempts to spread frustration, despair, and moral assassination of officials. He urged officials to exert maximum effort and work institutionally to ensure continued positive work and build a strong and cohesive society. The President emphasized the importance of presenting facts to citizens transparently and informing them about the progress made and challenges overcome.

President El-Sisi also stressed the importance of expressing opinions based on knowledge and understanding the subject and its details. He pointed out that opinion is not complete without understanding the topic and studying its details. The President called for opening the field for dialogue and societal discussion on important issues and decisions. He emphasized that involving citizens in discussion and listening to their views is part of the decision-making process.

In the economic file, the President discussed the repercussions that Egypt has faced since 2020, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russian-Ukrainian war. He mentioned that Egypt has implemented two economic reform programs, including the 2016 program, which showed signs of success in 2019. The President reviewed the challenges that Egypt has faced since 2020, including global and regional shocks.

The President also discussed the Palestinian issue, stressing that attempts to displace Palestinians have not and will not end. He emphasized that peace is a strategic choice for Egypt and that the Palestinian issue remains central in the Middle East. The President asserted that Egypt has no hidden agenda regarding regional issues, and its position is based on protecting its interests and supporting stability and peace in the region.

Key points

  • President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi reviews key messages at the Strategic Command headquarters in the New Administrative Capital.
  • The meeting discussed domestic and regional issues, including economic challenges and the repercussions of the region's crises.
  • The President emphasized the importance of citizen awareness and internal cohesion in addressing challenges.

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