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TRENDS Youth Council Advocates for Enhanced Youth Empowerment Strategies in Egypt

Cairo: The TRENDS Youth Council hosted a significant discussion session with Dr. Ashraf Sobhy, Egypt’s Minister of Youth and Sports, during TRENDS Research and Advisory’s participation in the Cairo International Book Fair 2025. The session focused on the importance of youth empowerment and the necessity for specialised training programmes in leadership and scientific research, alongside improving communication channels among young professionals in various sectors.

According to Emirates News Agency, the session highlighted the need for collaboration between relevant institutions to foster an environment that encourages innovation and initiative. Prominent figures such as Dr. Abdullah Al-Batish, Assistant Minister of Youth and Sports for Youth Centres Affairs, Dr. Manal Gamal, Undersecretary of the Ministry and Head of the Central Administration for Youth Empowerment, and members of the TRENDS Youth Council participated in the discussion.

Dr. Sobhy commended TRENDS Research and Advisory for its influential role in research fields and its notable standing among global think tanks. He expressed the Ministry’s willingness to collaborate with TRENDS, focusing on youth empowerment and training programmes. Furthermore, he noted the Ministry’s ongoing initiatives at youth development centres designed to combat extremist ideologies and misinformation.

Both parties showed a keen interest in collaborating on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, aiming to leverage these technologies for youth development and community progress. Dr. Sobhy also highlighted the importance of sharing expertise to address societal changes and counter extremist ideologies among young people.

Dr. Mohammed Abdullah Al-Ali, CEO of TRENDS Research and Advisory, stressed the need for clear strategic plans for youth empowerment. He emphasized the importance of specialised training programmes and workshops that enhance young people’s capabilities, providing them with practical and scientific expertise. Additionally, he underscored the role of digital technology in promoting sustainable learning and effective communication.

Members of the TRENDS Youth Council expressed appreciation for the opportunities TRENDS provides, allowing them to actively participate in scientific and research activities. These opportunities, they noted, help develop their skills, equip them with innovation tools, and enable them to contribute to societal progress.