Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi on Wednesday linked national progress directly to the strict enforcement of laws without exception, arguing that the entire society, including families, schools, and media, has a critical role in developing awareness to ensure the proper application of the legal framework.
The Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces made the remarks during an interactive dialogue with students applying to the Egyptian Military Academy and its affiliated Military Colleges at the Academy’s headquarters in the New Administrative Capital. Upon his arrival, he was received by Lieutenant General Ashraf Zaher, Director of the Egyptian Military Academy, and the directors of the military colleges.
Law Enforcement and National Governance
The President stated that while Egypt has many laws, the crucial element is the proper application of existing legislation, stressing that the issue has a societal dimension and requires the development of thought and awareness among citizens.
Responding to a query about his position regarding certain observations during the Parliamentary elections voting process, Al-Sisi affirmed that his actions amounted to a “veto” in objection to certain practices he was not satisfied with. He stressed his desire for all matters to be completed optimally, noting that he is striving to change the situation for the better since 2014 but that this requires conviction and will from everyone. He affirmed that he would prevent any obstacles to achieving this goal.
He stressed the importance of local councils, governorates, and all officials maintaining their assigned roles to maintain order and immediately deal with street-level problems.
Military Academy and Education Standards
Presidential Spokesperson Mohamed El-Shenawy stated that the President began the physique examinations by reiterating the Academy’s commitment to selecting the best candidates with objectivity and impartiality, using the latest accurate scientific standards applied transparently through an automated system for the October 2025 intake.
Al-Sisi said the Academy plays a significant role in shaping the Egyptian character and preparing youth for the country’s rapid development.
The President stated that the Military College of Medicine offers an academic level comparable to the world’s best medical schools, affirming that its graduates will compete with those from the world’s top universities. He confirmed that qualified female and male students can join the college either with a military or civilian designation, and stressed that the internship phase is an integral part of the study.
Economy and Digital Strategy
In his dialogue, Al-Sisi addressed the economic situation, the size of cash reserves, managing domestic and foreign debt, creating jobs for youth, and implementing artificial intelligence, mechanisation, and digitalisation within state institutions.
He explained that the state has an ambitious plan for digitalisation and incorporating these fields into education to align with the labour markets.
Regarding self-sufficiency, the President pointed out that by 2026, 4.5 million feddans will be added to Egypt’s current cultivated area of approximately 9 million feddans. He clarified that achieving self-sufficiency in all basic goods is practically impossible, given that 95% of Egypt is desert land, stressing the importance of rationalising consumption.
Al-Sisi reviewed the benefits of operating the El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant, including the production of 4.8 gigawatts of electricity and potential support for nuclear medicine. He also stressed improving public health and physical fitness among youth.
Religious Scholars and Regional Issues
During a meeting with Doctorate holders from the Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) set to join a two-year academic course at the Military Academy, attended by Dr. Osama El-Azhary, Minister of Endowments, Al-Sisi stated that the intense study hours (10-12 hours daily) exceed those required for a doctorate, aiming for genuine enlightenment, preparing scholars, and combatting backwardness and extremism. He called on the imams to be guardians of freedom, including the freedom of belief.
On regional issues, Al-Sisi affirmed that Egypt seeks to achieve stability in all troubled countries in the region, citing its efforts to stop the war in the Gaza Strip. He added that Egypt has lost approximately $8 bn in Suez Canal revenues due to attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea in past years.
The President concluded by attributing the solidarity of Egyptians to divine grace and favour.
