The Egyptian Rowing Federation, led by Major General Sherif El-Qamati, recently participated in the "Cycling Culture – Between Egypt and the Netherlands" event at the Dutch Embassy in Cairo. The event was attended by Dutch Ambassador to Egypt Peter Molenaar and Deputy Head of Mission Eva Witteman. This gathering aimed to foster friendship and cooperation between the two nations.
During the event, Ambassador Molenaar presented El-Qamati with a commemorative gift, while El-Qamati gifted the ambassador with the federation's shield. Other attendees included Major General Hatem Qandil and Engineer Ibrahim Ayoub, members of the federation's board of directors. This exchange symbolized the strengthening relationship between Egypt and the Netherlands in the realm of sports.
The Egyptian Rowing Federation also took the opportunity to honor Malk Ghanem, the Egyptian world champion rower. Ghanem achieved a remarkable seventh place globally in the PR1 Women’s Single Sculls at the 2026 World Rowing Championships in Amsterdam. This recognition highlights Ghanem's outstanding performance and Egypt's growing presence in international rowing competitions.
Major General Sherif El-Qamati emphasized the federation's commitment to expanding international cooperation and exchanging expertise. This approach aims to develop the sport of rowing and support Egypt's athletes in global competitions. El-Qamati also highlighted the role of sports in bridging cultural gaps and fostering international understanding.
El-Qamati expressed his pride in Malk Ghanem's achievement, stating that it demonstrates Egypt's athletes can compete at the highest international levels. The federation's efforts to promote rowing and celebrate its athletes' successes were also acknowledged. The event saw the presence of Captain Saher Refat, coach of the Egyptian Paralympic rowing team, and Captain Walid Abdel Monem, head of the federation's protocol and partnerships committee.
Captain Meroue Soliman, a prominent figure in Egyptian rowing, also attended the event and expressed her support for the Egyptian team during the World Championships in Amsterdam. The gathering showcased the collaborative spirit between Egypt and the Netherlands, with both nations seeking to enhance their sports cooperation and exchange best practices.
The strengthened ties between the Egyptian Rowing Federation and the Netherlands reflect a broader effort to promote international cooperation in sports. By fostering these relationships, Egypt aims to improve its athletes' performance and increase its presence in global sports competitions. Key to this endeavor is the celebration of athletes like Malk Ghanem, who have achieved remarkable success on the world stage.
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- The Egyptian Rowing Federation honors Malk Ghanem for her seventh-place finish in the PR1 Women’s Single Sculls at the 2026 World Rowing Championships.
