Galala University Hosts an Informative Session on the Interreg NEXT MED Transnational Cooperation Program 2021–2027

Under the patronage of H.E. Prof. Dr. Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, H.E. Dr. Rania El Mashat, Minister of International Cooperation, and Prof. Dr. Mohamed El Shinawi, Acting President of Galala University, the university had the honor of hosting an enlightening session titled “Interreg NEXT MED, Transnational Cooperation Programme 2021–2027: Challenges, Priorities, and Opportunities.”

The session was delivered by Dr. Khaled El Saadany, a senior expert in education, research, and innovation at the ENI CBC MED Program – EU. It focused on the objectives and strategic framework of the Interreg NEXT MED Program, which is a key initiative of the European Union aimed at fostering cooperation between Mediterranean countries to achieve sustainable development and regional integration.

The program, encompassing 15 participating countries — including Egypt — seeks to promote smart, sustainable, and fair development across the Mediterranean basin. It emphasizes supporting balanced and long-lasting partnerships through initiatives that address shared challenges such as climate change, innovation, digital transformation, education, and social inclusion.

The event was attended by several distinguished guests and experts, including H.E. Dr. Saad El Gueshy, former Minister of Transportation, and Dr. Sherihan Bekhiet, Assistant Minister of International Cooperation, in addition to esteemed university presidents and representatives from academic and governmental institutions across Egypt.

Prof. Dr. Mona Mostafa, Director of the International Collaboration Sector at Galala University, played a key role in organizing the event, which aligns perfectly with GU’s vision of strengthening international partnerships and promoting global cooperation in research, innovation, and sustainable development.

By hosting this significant session, Galala University continues to position itself as a leading hub for international collaboration, actively contributing to Egypt’s Vision 2030 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals through education, innovation, and community engagement.