Major General Engineer Mokhtar Abdel Latif, Chairman of the Arab Organisation for Industrialisation (AOI), discussed with Egypt’s Minister of Education and Technical Education Mohamed Abdel Latif ways to strengthen co-operation in education and technology.
The AOI chairman praised the ministry’s efforts to modernise educational systems and integrate smart communication tools. He highlighted the AOI’s role, guided by presidential directives, in establishing two applied technology schools in partnership with the ministry. These schools aim to train skilled technical workers to meet labor market needs. The AOI also provides training through its academies in areas such as digitisation, smart manufacturing, welding, and assembly.
During the discussion, they focused on expanding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education. The talks also covered providing the ministry with essential equipment like interactive screens, tablets, laptops, surveillance systems, and school furniture.
Additionally, they addressed improving school infrastructure and exploring the use of solar energy to reduce electricity consumption. The chairman affirmed that AOI’s training centres are prepared to offer students and teachers training on the latest software and applications.
For his part, Minister Abdel Latif underscored the importance of this partnership with AOI, which is expected to bring a significant shift in education by introducing advanced technology and interactive media. He stressed the ministry’s commitment to expanding AI applications and advancing digital transformation in schools. He also noted the ongoing co-operation with Japan, which aligns with the state’s vision to prepare future-ready generations.
The minister also acknowledged the AOI’s support for school infrastructure with electronic devices and smart solutions. He reviewed efforts to expand applied technology schools in collaboration with the private sector and international institutions, noting that these schools would adhere to global standards and provide graduates with international certificates to qualify them for local and global job markets.
