New Cairo:President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi attended the Egyptian Police Academy's 2026 Graduation Day ceremony at the Academy's headquarters in New Cairo. Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Minister of Interior Major General Mahmoud Tawfik, and Assistant Minister of Interior and Director of the Police Academy Major General Dr. Nidal Youssef welcomed the President upon his arrival. The ceremony commenced with a salute from the guard of honor and the playing of the national anthem of Egypt.
According to State Information Service Egypt, Major General Dr. Nidal Youssef presented a commemorative gift to President El-Sisi after delivering his speech. The President observed several training demonstrations, including physical fitness, self-defense, and specialized skills by female combat units. Other displays included mountain training, combat proficiency, mounted police, and special task force equipment. The ceremony also featured a military parade, a command handover, and an oath of allegiance.
President El-Sisi awarded Medals of Excellence to the top graduates, including international students and those with degrees in law and physical education. Minister of Interior Major General Mahmoud Tawfik then delivered a speech, after which the Martyr's Salute was played to honor those who sacrificed their lives for Egypt.
In his address, President El-Sisi congratulated the graduates and their families, acknowledging their role in serving Egypt. He emphasized the importance of the police and the Armed Forces for Egypt's security and stability, noting that these institutions have been targets since 2011. The President urged everyone to protect these institutions and maintain public awareness to ensure national security.
President El-Sisi also highlighted the pressure on Egypt as it continues to develop, urging the preservation of the nation's memory against misinformation. He stressed that safeguarding the state is a shared responsibility among Egyptians.
Following the ceremony, President El-Sisi attended a breakfast banquet at the Police Academy, discussing domestic and regional issues with senior officials and media figures. He emphasized the need for stable state institutions and quality education. The President acknowledged regional geopolitical changes and affirmed the interconnected security interests of Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the Arab Gulf states.
He reiterated Egypt's commitment to the security of the Red Sea and international maritime routes, highlighting the importance of stability in Sudan, Libya, and the Gaza Strip. President El-Sisi also expressed support for a Palestinian state as a path to regional peace.
Concluding his remarks, President El-Sisi noted Egypt's achievements since 2014 and affirmed his dedication to continue working until the end of his term in 2030.