Egypt Hosts the Mediterranean Technical and Vocational Education Forum in the New Administrative Capital
The Egyptian Ministry of Education and Technical Education, in cooperation with the Italian Ministry of Education and Merit, launched the activities of the "Mediterranean Technical and Vocational Education Forum." The forum's events were held over two days in the New Administrative Capital, with the attendance of a number of officials and experts in the field of education.
This forum aims to enhance cooperation among Mediterranean basin countries in developing technical and vocational education systems. The initiative emphasizes the importance of placing people and skills at the forefront of human, social, and economic development priorities, as education is considered the primary driver of progress in various fields.
Discussions during the forum focused on exchanging experiences between Egypt, Italy, and the participating countries, with the aim of improving the quality of technical education to suit the requirements of the modern labor market. Participants also discussed ways to develop curricula and train teachers to ensure the provision of distinguished technical education for youth.
This event comes within the framework of the Egyptian state's efforts to develop the technical education system and make it capable of keeping pace with global developments. Through these international partnerships, Egypt aspires to create new job opportunities for youth and support the national economy by qualifying technical personnel trained at the highest level.
At the conclusion of the forum, participants emphasized the necessity of continued joint cooperation among Mediterranean countries to exchange visions and ideas. It is expected that the outcomes of this forum will contribute to developing new strategies that support the advancement of technical education, thereby strengthening Egypt's position as a regional hub for education and vocational training.