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AUC Appoints Hala El Said as University Counselor
The American University in Cairo (AUC) announced the appointment of Hala El Said, economic advisor to the President of Egypt and former minister of planning and economic development, as the new University Counselor. El Said will succeed Tarek Shawki, former minister of education and technical education, who served as University Counselor since May 2023. Shawki will return to his academic role as a faculty member in AUC's Department of Mechanical Engineering at the School of Sciences and Engineering (SSE). 'I am pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Hala El Said as the new University Counselor. As a member of AUC's senior leadership, Dr. El Said will play a key role in advancing our relationships with national universities, the Supreme Council of Universities and the Egyptian government,' said AUC President Ahmad Dallal, in his message to the AUC community. Dallal also recognized Shawki and extended appreciation for his dedicated service and longstanding commitment to AUC, noting that 'during his term, Dr. Shawki strengthened AUC's collaboration with government bodies and national institutions, supporting the University's mission of public service.' El Said is a distinguished economist, public servant and academic leader. She served as Minister of Planning, Monitoring and Administrative Reform from 2017 to 2019 and as Minister of Planning and Economic Development from 2019 to 2024, where she oversaw the development and update of Egypt's Vision 2030. El Said was previously Chair of The Sovereign Fund of Egypt, the first elected Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Political Science at Cairo University, and a member of the Central Bank of Egypt's Board of Directors. Earlier in her career, El Said was Executive Director of the Egyptian Banking Institute, leading it to become the first internationally accredited financial training body in the Middle East and North Africa. She holds a PhD in Economics from Cairo University and has published extensively on financial reform, international finance and economic development. 'I am deeply honored to join AUC as University Counselor, a role dedicated to advancing the University's relationships with national universities, the Supreme Council of Universities, and the Egyptian Government,' said El Said. El Said added that AUC has long served as a beacon of intellectual rigor and innovation, fostering the critical thinking and collaborative spirit that the region needs to navigate today's complex challenges. 'As we stand at a moment of profound technological and societal change, universities like AUC play an essential role in shaping leaders who can bridge cultures, drive sustainable development, and transform knowledge into meaningful impact. Through strengthening these vital institutional partnerships, I look forward to contributing to AUC's mission of empowering generations of change makers who will not only excel in their fields but also serve as catalysts for progress across Egypt, the region, and beyond,' El Said emphasized. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba ( Signal PressWire is the world's largest independent Middle East PR distribution service.


Jordan News
17 hours ago
- Jordan News
Safadi: Aqaba to Witness Major Transformation Across Multiple Sectors in Coming Years - Jordan News
CEO of Aqaba Development Corporation, Hussein Safadi, affirmed that the company is working under a clear strategy to enhance Aqaba's position both locally and regionally. اضافة اعلان In radio remarks discussing the company's projects and key investment sectors, Safadi highlighted the establishment of the International Exhibition Center, which hosted several events including the SOFEX exhibition, along with entertainment and musical programs organized by the Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority. He revealed plans to host international exhibitions next year to attract exhibition tourism, noting future projects west of King Hussein International Airport, including a heritage aircraft museum and an international racetrack covering 1,000 dunums. Safadi emphasized that the company is focused on strengthening Aqaba's regional logistics role and is working according to an investment framework that includes 6–7 projects currently undergoing feasibility studies to attract investors, while providing all necessary investment support. He noted cooperation with the Ministry of Digital Economy to modernize internal systems and advance the Digital City project on the southern beach, in addition to collaboration with the Crown Prince Foundation to attract the G42 School and projects in technology and artificial intelligence sectors. Safadi also pointed to initiatives supporting the local community, including upgrading Aqaba Stadium to meet Jordanian and Asian Football Federation standards, partnerships with the King Hussein Cancer Foundation and Tkiyet Um Ali, as well as youth programs providing employment opportunities. He highlighted specialized projects aligned with royal directives, such as establishing an international academy for underwater welding and cutting, which has already graduated 20 civilian and military students to form the nucleus of a permanent academy in this high-demand regional and international field. Safadi concluded by emphasizing that Aqaba will witness a qualitative leap over the next ten years in industrial, logistical, vocational training, tourism, and creative industry sectors.


Jordan News
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- Jordan News
Jordan Approves 'Data Subject Rights' Regulation for 2025 to Protect Personal Data - Jordan News
Jordan Approves 'Data Subject Rights' Regulation for 2025 to Protect Personal Data The Jordanian Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Dr. Jafar Hassan, approved the 2025 Regulation on Organizing Data Subject Rights aimed at protecting individuals' personal data and enhancing trust in digital commerce and e-services. اضافة اعلان The regulation complements the Personal Data Protection Law, which came into effect in March 2025, by establishing detailed procedures for individuals to exercise their rights regarding their personal information. Key provisions include: Prior consent: Individuals must give explicit approval for each purpose of data processing, as well as for withdrawal and use of their data. Transparency and complaints: Clear mechanisms are set for data processing, receiving complaints, and responding to them. Rights clarification: The regulation defines the legal rights and obligations of individuals whose data is collected, and the responsibilities of companies and institutions processing such data. Objection and reporting procedures: Companies must follow specified procedures for individuals to object to data processing and to register complaints. These measures are intended to boost trust in the digital economy, encourage e-commerce, and ensure personal data is processed only within the legal framework. -(Petra)