Reflecting a commitment to issues of food and water security and the future of sustainable development, Desert Research Center (DRC) participated in the “Egypt Forum 2026”, held under the theme “A single step today, A vision for tomorrow”.
The event was attended by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, and Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk. Representing DRC were Dr. Hossam Shawky, President of DRC, Vice President for Projects and Supervisor of Research Stations, Dr. Mohamed Ezzat, Vice President for Research and Studies, Dr. Ghada Hegazy, along with a number of its leading scientific and research officials.
The third day of the forum focused on food and water security, a critical future challenge, under the session title “Food and Water Security: Today’s Challenges and Future Guarantees,” as part of the broader theme of “Social Protection and Security.”
The session addressed the impacts of population growth, climate change, and limited water resources, as well as challenges related to global markets.
The Center’s participation underscores its dedication to the sustainability of natural resources and highlights its scientific and research role in supporting the Egyptian state’s efforts to confront agricultural and environmental challenges.
