Egypt is currently home to more than 9 million refugees, the majority of whom fled their home countries due to poor security conditions and conflict, according to Badr Abdelaty, Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.
His comments came during a panel discussion at the Second International Conference on Population, Health, and Human Development, which took place in the presence of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.
Abdelaty highlighted the global challenges in the current international system, particularly in terms of making development funding more accessible.
He emphasized the crucial role of diplomacy in addressing these challenges, noting the importance of crisis diplomacy and disaster response to alleviate the burdens faced by those in difficult situations.
Egypt’s ongoing efforts in this regard include initiatives such as the Egyptian Agency of Partnership for Development, which has been instrumental in fostering international cooperation.
The conference aims to deepen understanding of global and regional trends related to population, health, and human development.
It also seeks to explore actionable connections between these areas and sustainable development, while promoting collaboration to tackle health and population challenges.
This year’s event features over 133 important panel discussions covering a wide range of topics, with 803 experts and specialists, both local and international, contributing their insights.
Notably, this second edition of the conference marks a significant shift, with an expanded focus on human development. This move reflects the growing recognition of human development as a core pillar of achieving better health outcomes and a more prosperous population.
Abdelaty also emphasized the need for international collaboration in capacity building, asserting that Egypt’s efforts can serve as a model for the global community.
He underscored Egypt’s commitment to digital diplomacy, strengthening ties with international partners, and creating sustainable solutions for those affected by crises and conflict.
