CAIRO – 9 October 2025: President Abdel Fattah El Sisi revealed that Egypt is working on a massive project to reshape and rebuild state institutions through a disciplined process.
The President made those remarks during breakfast at the Police Academy’s graduation ceremony on Wednesday, where he explained that the goal is to fix long-standing structural flaws and build new systems based on practical standards, not rhetoric or dreams.
He stressed that real change takes time and that bringing new people into public institutions will only happen after careful screening, training, and preparation.
The president added that the quality of selection and the strength of training programs directly impact the performance of the system, noting that better choices lead to better outcomes.
President Sisi stated that the reform of the State institutions, particularly education, health, and media, must be built on a solid foundation that reflects the country’s level of development and its ability to prepare future generations through knowledge and science.
He explained that his approach to governance has not been about forming a political party but about fulfilling a responsibility at a critical stage in Egypt’s modern history.
Sisi noted that much of his focus has been on containing the damage caused by years of unrest, especially since 2011, and laying the groundwork for long-term institutional reform.
The president added that the current phase is about building a new structure for state institutions, quietly and with discipline, based on correcting longstanding flaws.
He stressed that real reform is not driven by slogans but by clear standards, careful selection, and thorough preparation of future leadership.
Sisi also noted that institutional change takes time and should not happen overnight. New entrants to state institutions must go through a process of screening and training to ensure they are ready to carry out their responsibilities effectively.
The President affirmed that continued self-assessment and honest review of what has been achieved are essential to achieving meaningful results, adding that he has always supported giving responsibility to others, starting from his time as Minister of Defense.
Sisi said that new appointments across state institutions will only be made after proper selection and preparation processes.
The President stressed that no one will be brought into government roles without going through a structured system of training, evaluation, and qualification. The goal, he said, is to ensure fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity, with no room for favoritism or personal connections.
Sisi noted that the results of such a system may not be visible immediately, but it is necessary to build long-term reform.
He cited an example of preparing 10 graduating classes over 10 years in sectors like the judiciary, diplomatic corps, and oversight agencies, all following consistent criteria.
President Sisi confirmed that these efforts are being closely followed up with the officials responsible, and described this process as a real opportunity to rebuild and improve Egypt’s public institutions.
President Abdel Fattah El Sisi emphasized that the State's long-term reform efforts aim to develop qualified generations across many sectors, like medicine, engineering, and other academic fields.
Sisi stressed that true national progress is built over decades, not through sudden upheavals, and must be passed on from one generation to the next.
The President also urged universities and academic leaders to take responsibility for shaping capable citizens who can accelerate development.
Sisi also warned against chaos and division, referencing past unrest in 2011 and 2013, and called on Egyptians to remain united.
Sisi reaffirmed the importance of genuine freedom that protects the nation’s stability, stressing that reform is a continuous national project, not tied to one leader or government.
He ended his remarks at the Police Academy graduation ceremony by assuring the attendees of his confidence in Egypt's direction, saying, “Don’t be afraid".
Thu, Oct. 9, 2025
