In light of the Golden Jubilee of Minia University, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research witnessed on Tuesday the conclusion of the” Civilization Meeting on the Civilization Land- Upper Egypt”, which was organized by Minia University during the period from April 5 to 7, in the attendance of the Governor  of Minia, Major General Emad Kidwani, the President of Minia University Dr. Essam Farahat and a distinguished group of representatives from governmental, private, national, and technological universities. It also welcomed several foreign cultural advisors, ministry officials, executive leaders from the governor and university, and international students representing 26 countries.

Dr. Abdel Aziz Qonswa confirmed the importance of students’ participation in various activities organized by the university, as part of an integrated strategy aimed at enhancing the position of Egyptian Universities as attractive educational goal for international students through linking the educational process to the cultural and tourism experiences, that contribute to increasing the number of incoming students and supporting the country foreign currency resources.

The Minister added that organizing this meeting highlights its glorious history and unique civilized location, as it has long served and continues to serve- as a meeting point of civilization and a bridge between the East and West.

His Excellency also stated that the Egyptian Country chaired by the President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi President of Republic has shown a great interest in strengthening the cultural concept, promoting the values and encouraging acceptance others, which is reflected in the policies of Higher Education and Scientific Research ministry, seeks to publish education, and promote the cooperation culture across worldwide, thereby enhancing the global standing of Egyptian Universities at the International plan.