KSIU Hosts the World Food Forum at Ras Sudr Campus
On Thursday, May 15, 2025, King Salman International University hosted the World Food Forum (WFF) at the Field of Desert Agriculture – Ras Sudr Branch, under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Ashraf Hussein, KSIU President. Egypt thus became the third Arab country to host this globally significant event.
The forum brought together a distinguished group of local and international experts and academics, including Dr. Abdulhakim Elwaer – Assistant Director-General and Regional Representative of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) for the Near East and North Africa, Prof. Dr. Alaa Adel – KSIU Vice President for International Cooperation, and Prof. Dr. Gehan Hussein – Academic Vice President, in addition to representatives from FAO, the National Research Centre, the National Water Research Center, the Desert Research Center, and a number of faculty members and students.
The event opened with welcoming remarks from the WFF–Egypt supervisor, followed by speeches from Prof. Dr. Abdelghany El-Gendy – Dean of the Field of Desert Agriculture, and Prof. Dr. Alaa Adel. A film introducing the university was also screened before the keynote speech by Dr. Abdulhakim Elwaer. The forum also featured a documentary produced by FAO’s Youth and Women Office, showcasing the evolution of food culture in Egypt.
The day included interactive workshops and scientific sessions that addressed global agricultural challenges and climate resilience. A major highlight was the session titled “Integrated Management of Precision and Digital Sustainable Agricultural Systems,” focusing on desert farming and smart agriculture techniques.
A cultural exhibition titled “Different Food Cultures in Egypt” offered a tasting experience that reflected the country’s rich culinary diversity.
We are honored to have hosted this internationally recognized forum, which aligns with KSIU’s mission to empower youth and support sustainable development.
