Presidents of Benha University and Wuhan University (China) inaugurate the Benha-Wuhan College of Graduate Studies in El-Obour

Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University, and Prof. Zhang Pingwen, President of Wuhan University of the People's Republic of China, inaugurated the Benha-Wuhan College of Graduate Studies at Benha University's campus in El-Obour City, announcing the official start of studies at the college. This step further strengthens academic and scientific cooperation between the two universities and embodies the depth of the educational partnership between Egypt and China.
The inauguration was attended by Lu Chunsheng, Education Counselor at the Chinese Embassy in Cairo; members of the academic delegation accompanying the President of Wuhan University; Prof. Gehan Abdel-Hady, Vice President for Graduate Studies and Research; Prof. Taha Ashour, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; Prof. Hazem Eliwa, Vice President for Education and Student Affairs; Prof. Amgad Hegazy, Acting Dean of the Benha-Wuhan College of Graduate Studies; as well as a number of faculty deans, academic and administrative leaders, faculty members, and students of the college.
Following the inauguration, the two university presidents conducted an inspection tour of the college, reviewing its facilities, educational capabilities, and various equipment. They visited classrooms and facilities dedicated to the educational process and listened to a briefing on the nature of studies at the college, its objectives, and its role in supporting graduate programs, scientific research, and enhancing academic cooperation and exchange of expertise between the Egyptian and Chinese sides.
In his address, Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy emphasized that the launch of studies at the Benha-Wuhan College of Graduate Studies represents a distinguished fruit of constructive academic cooperation between Benha University and Wuhan University, and a successful model of international partnership based on knowledge and expertise exchange, as well as the promotion of innovation and scientific research.
He noted that the celebration is not merely the start of a new academic year, but rather marks the beginning of a new phase of academic and scientific cooperation between two prestigious educational institutions that believe education and scientific research form the foundation for building modern societies and shaping the future. He added that the college aims to prepare a generation of researchers and specialists capable of addressing global challenges and offering innovative solutions that serve the goals of sustainable development.
Prof. El-Gizawy further pointed out that the project comes within the framework of the historic and strategic relations between Egypt and China and the progress witnessed across various fields, particularly higher education, scientific research, technology, and innovation. He stressed that cooperation between the two countries enjoys the support and patronage of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Chinese President Xi Jinping, opening broader horizons for partnership and the exchange of expertise.
He added that the Benha-Wuhan College stands as a practical embodiment of the mutual trust between academic institutions in both countries and reflects Benha University's belief in the importance of openness to successful international experiences and building strategic partnerships with leading global educational and research institutions. This contributes to enhancing the university's international standing, developing graduate programs, and supporting applied scientific research and innovation.
The President of Benha University expressed his gratitude and appreciation to the leadership of Wuhan University and the working teams from both the Egyptian and Chinese sides for their efforts in bringing the project to fruition. He also welcomed the students embarking on their academic journey at the college, urging them to benefit from both Egyptian and Chinese academic expertise and to strive for excellence, diligence, and creativity.
For his part, Prof. Zhang Pingwen, President of Wuhan University, expressed his appreciation for the cooperation with Benha University, affirming the importance of the academic partnership between the two universities in supporting scientific and cultural exchange and enhancing opportunities for collaboration in higher education and scientific research. This serves students and researchers and contributes to consolidating relations between the Egyptian and Chinese peoples.
The President of Wuhan University and his accompanying delegation praised the level of facilities and capabilities available at the college and the achievements realized within the framework of the partnership between the two universities.