London hosted the second plenary session of the Global Education Forum under the theme “Education for Future Readiness in a Rapidly Changing World,” where Egyptian Minister of Education Mohamed Abdel Latif presented Egypt’s comprehensive reform agenda. Addressing ministers and policymakers, Abdel Latif emphasized that preparing students for the future is not about adding technology to outdated systems but redesigning education itself. He highlighted Egypt’s shift from measuring access to schools toward ensuring effective learning, stressing that skills—digital, technical, financial, and critical thinking—are now the true drivers of national strength.
The minister outlined Egypt’s efforts to reduce classroom density, strengthen teacher training, and integrate evidence-based decision-making. He introduced the Egyptian Baccalaureate as a structural transformation aimed at moving beyond exam pressure toward mastery, application, and creativity. Abdel Latif underscored that teachers remain central to learning, with technology serving as a supportive tool rather than a replacement. He also stressed the importance of vocational education linked to industry, green skills, and entrepreneurship, ensuring equitable readiness for all students.
Concluding his remarks, Abdel Latif affirmed Egypt’s commitment to continuous progress, balancing global expertise with national priorities, and preparing youth not only for jobs but for responsible citizenship in a fast-changing world.
