Parliament Speaker Congratulates Abou El-Enein on Euro-Med Presidency
By Ahmad El-Assasy
Egypt's House of Representatives Speaker, Hanafy El-Gebaly, has extended his sincere congratulations to MP Mohamed Abou El-Enein, Deputy Speaker of the Egyptian Parliament, on his unanimous election as President of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Union for the Mediterranean (PA-UfM).
The vote took place during a session of the PA-UfM held in Spain, where Abou El-Enein received full support from member states, reflecting his stature and diplomatic experience on the international stage.
Speaker El-Gebaly emphasized that this prestigious appointment underscores Egypt's central role and growing influence in regional and global affairs under the leadership of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. He highlighted that the win also reaffirms the international recognition of Egypt's parliamentary diplomacy, which continues to gain respect and high standing across international and regional forums.
El-Gebaly concluded his remarks by wishing Abou El-Enein continued success in carrying out his duties in this vital position.
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