The Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East & Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research (PAIDAR), on Wednesday organized an event to commemorate Egypt\u2019s Revolution Day.
\nThe proceedings began with the national anthems of Pakistan and Egypt. Speakers included Ambassador Moin Ul Haque, Director General ISSI, Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman, Board of Governor ISSI, Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed, President PAIDAR, Amir Shoukat, Ambassador of Pakistan to Egypt ,and Dr. Amina Khan; Director, CAMEA.
\nThe Chief Guest on the occasion was Dr. Ihab Abdelhamid Hassan, Ambassador of Egypt to Pakistan, and the Guest of Honor was Ambassador Hamid Asghar Khan, Additional Foreign Secretary (Africa), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pakistan, said a press release.
\nAmbassador Moin ul Haque, highlighted Egypt\u2019s rich civilizational heritage and its pivotal role in the Arab, African, and Islamic worlds. He underscored the longstanding Pakistan\u2013Egypt friendship, founded on shared history, mutual respect, and close cooperation, while emphasizing Egypt\u2019s importance in Pakistan\u2019s \u2018Engage Africa\u2019 policy. He also reaffirmed ISSI\u2019s commitment to strengthening collaboration with Egyptian think tanks and academic institutions through research, dialogue, and policy exchanges to further deepen bilateral relations.
\nDr. Ihab Abdelhamid Hassan described the 23 July 1952 Revolution as a defining milestone in Egypt\u2019s modern history that embodied the principles of national independence, sovereignty, and social justice. He noted that the Revolution also inspired liberation movements across the Arab world, Africa, and the Global South. Highlighting the longstanding and multifaceted Pakistan\u2013Egypt partnership, he noted the growing momentum in bilateral relations through high-level exchanges and the successful 10th round of bilateral political consultations. He reaffirmed the shared commitment of both countries to dialogue, diplomacy, international law, and multilateral cooperation, while emphasizing the important role of think tanks and academic institutions in promoting mutual understanding and expanding cooperation in trade, investment, defence, education, culture, and people-to-people exchanges.
\nDr. Amina Khan in her remarks highlighted the significance of the 23 July 1952 Revolution as a defining milestone in Egypt\u2019s history. She underscored the longstanding Pakistan-Egypt friendship and their shared perspectives on regional issues. She also reaffirmed CAMEA\u2019s commitment to strengthening Pakistan\u2019s engagement with Africa through research and dialogue.
\nSenator Mushahid Hussain Sayed highlighted Egypt\u2019s central role in the Arab world and described it as the region\u2019s centre of gravity. He noted that Egypt was among the few countries visited by Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. He said the 1952 Egyptian Revolution was a turning point that inspired nationalist movements across the Arab world and reaffirmed the strategic importance of Pakistan\u2013Egypt relations.
\nAmbassador Aamir Shoukat highlighted the enduring and multifaceted Pakistan\u2013Egypt relationship, underlining the close political dialogue between the two countries and the recent revival of bilateral consultations. He praised Egypt\u2019s remarkable development and emphasized the importance of expanding cooperation in trade, investment, academic exchanges, and think tank collaboration.
\nAmbassador Hamid Asghar Khan highlighted Egypt\u2019s unparalleled civilizational, cultural, and intellectual heritage, describing Cairo as a centre of history, learning, and religious diversity. He underscored Egypt\u2019s strategic importance as a partner for Pakistan in promoting regional peace, South\u2013South cooperation, and economic connectivity. He also emphasized the growing potential for bilateral collaboration in trade, investment, defence, tourism, and people-to-people exchanges.
\nIn his concluding remarks, Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, highlighted the significance of Egypt\u2019s Revolution Day and emphasized Egypt\u2019s important role as an influential partner in promoting peace, security, and development.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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