As part of Alexandria University’s commitment to enhancing national awareness among its students, and under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Abdel Aziz Konsowa, President of the University, the Popular and Military Defense Forces, in cooperation with the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science, organized an educational lecture entitled “Regional Challenges and Their Impact on Egyptian National Security and Mechanisms of Confrontation.”

The lecture was delivered by Major General (Staff) Dr. Bahgat Mohamed Farid, former Director of the National Defense College, and was attended by faculty members and a large number of students.

During the lecture, Major General Dr. Bahgat Mohamed Farid presented a comprehensive analytical overview addressing the concepts of the state and national security, the risks of non-traditional warfare and fifth-generation wars, and the most prominent internal and external threats and their direct and indirect impacts on Egyptian national security, as well as mechanisms for confrontation and response. He emphasized that societal awareness—particularly among university youth—constitutes the first line of defense against these challenges, noting that universities represent a source of soft power and a beacon of enlightened thought capable of confronting current threats.

For her part, Dr. Marwa Khalil, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science for Education and Student Affairs, stressed the importance of building national awareness among students and benefiting from the expertise of national leaders. She affirmed that Egypt faces ongoing challenges from parties seeking to undermine its stability; however, the awareness of youth and their loyalty to the homeland remain the safety valve and the solid fortress against such challenges. She added that the role of the university has gone beyond academic education to include shaping awareness and building individuals capable of protecting their country and contributing positively to serving their community.

Colonel Mohamed Maher, Director of the Military Education Department at Alexandria University, also praised the active role of the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science in strengthening cooperation with the General Command of Military Education, in a manner that contributes to achieving the goals of national and patriotic awareness.

This event comes as part of a series of seminars and educational programs implemented by Alexandria University in cooperation with the Military Education Department, aimed at reinforcing the concepts of national security and instilling the values of belonging and national loyalty among students, reflecting the pioneering role of Egyptian universities in serving the nation and building the individual.