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Prof. Gamal Al-Saeed Appointed Member of the National Universities Council

Prime Minister Prof. Mostafa Madbouly issued Decree No. (4838) of 2025 to form the National Universities Council, chaired by Prof. Mohamed Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The council includes prominent academic leaders and public figures, with Prof. Gamal Al-Saeed, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Benha National University, appointed as a member.

Details

  1. Strategic Context:
    • The decree aligns with Egypt’s political leadership directives to:
      • Strengthen higher education governance.
      • Develop national universities as pillars of the National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research.
      • Bridge the gap between academic outcomes and labor market demands.
      • Support Egypt’s developmental plans.
  1. Gamal Al-Saeed’s Role:
    • Served as Chairman of the Board of Trusteesof Benha National University since 2023.
    • Pioneered the establishment of the first Board of Trusteesfor a national university spun off from a public institution, reflecting Egypt’s strategic vision for:
      • Enhanced governance of national universities.
      • Synergy between public and national universities.
  1. Contributions to Benha National University:
    • Spearheaded policies to position the university as a model institutionfor:
      • Affordable, world-class education.
      • Integrated academic and administrative frameworks.
      • Producing graduates competitive in global job markets.
    • Oversaw the university’s rapid rise in Arab and international rankingsdespite its recent establishment (2020).

Impact and Achievements

  • Student and Parent Trust: Gained recognition for quality education and transparent governance.
  • Ranking Milestones: Notable progress in rankings such as the 2025 Arab University Rankings(214th regionally).
  • Innovation Leadership: Hosted flagship initiatives like Innoventre2026, aligning with national industrial and sustainability goals.

Council’s Mandate

The National Universities Council will focus on:

  • Standardizing academic quality across national universities.
  • Promoting research-industry collaboration.
  • Implementing Egypt’s vision for a fourth-generation education system.

Prof. Al-Saeed’s appointment underscores Benha National University’s growing influence in reshaping Egypt’s higher education landscape.