Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Co-operation and Egyptians Abroad, Badr Abdel-Aati, has reiterated Egypt’s commitment to advancing a comprehensive human rights framework that promotes social justice and improves citizens’ quality of life.
He also commended the efforts of all member bodies of the Supreme Standing Committee for Human Rights and underscored that these efforts are carried out in line with the directives of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi.
Chairing the seventh ministerial meeting of the Supreme Standing Committee for Human Rights, Abdel-Aati highlighted the ongoing preparations for the second National Human Rights Strategy (2026–2031).
He further noted that extensive consultations have been conducted by the Committee’s Technical Secretariat with national institutions, experts, youth representatives from across governorates, members of parliamentary human rights committees, civil society organisations, and specialised national councils.
He stressed that the forthcoming strategy aims to deliver a substantive advancement in Egypt’s national human rights approach, Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ambassador Tamim Khallf said in a statement.
He added that the minister also reviewed Egypt’s active participation in the 61st session of the Human Rights Council, in light of its membership for the period 2026–2028.
In this respect, Abdel-Aati reiterated Egypt’s commitment to strengthening co-operation with regional and international human rights mechanisms, including enhanced engagement with Special Rapporteurs.
The meeting further examined legislative proposals designed to support and develop the human rights landscape in Egypt, the spokesman noted.
For her part, Minister of Social Solidarity, Maya Morsi, outlined ongoing efforts to support family welfare and child protection through integrated programmes focused on economic empowerment, social protection, and human development.
She noted that these initiatives have yielded measurable progress in recent years and reflect the state’s dedication to improving living standards.
Minister of Justice, Mahmoud el-Sherif, reviewed continued efforts to modernise the legislative framework in accordance with constitutional principles and international standards.
He highlighted the reforms aimed at strengthening civil and political rights, enhancing judicial guarantees, and advancing the criminal justice system.
He further noted the expansion of rehabilitation and reform centres, as well as legislative measures supporting women’s empowerment and rights.
Minister of Planning and Economic Development, Ahmed Rostom, confirmed the ministry’s readiness to provide accurate data and development indicators to support transparency and reinforce Egypt’s credibility in international forums.
