Murad Jatin, the director of Russian cultural centers in Egypt, announced a significant increase in scholarship opportunities for Egyptian students wishing to study in Russia.
At a press conference held at the Russian House in Cairo, Jatin highlighted the long-standing educational cooperation between Russia and Egypt, which dates back to the 1960s when the first Egyptian educational delegation was sent to the Soviet Union.
Jatin emphasized that the scholarship process is transparent and accessible for Egyptian youth interested in various fields of study at Russian universities.
Students can find detailed information and apply through the Russian Ministry of Education’s website. A dedicated committee at the Russian House in Cairo is available to assist with inquiries related to registration and the application process.
During the conference, Jatin responded to questions from journalists regarding the registration process and selection criteria. He revealed that the number of Russian scholarships for Egyptian students has risen dramatically from 110 in previous years to 318 this year.
Notably, there is no gender quota; the selection process is based on the academic performance, social engagement, and sports activities of the candidates.
Jatin reiterated the importance of this educational partnership, which has historically contributed to developing skilled Egyptian professionals.
He pointed to previous collaborative projects, such as the construction of the Aswan High Dam and the Iron and Steel Factory, emphasizing the ongoing need for Egyptian engineers trained in nuclear energy to participate in the El Dabaa Nuclear Power Plant project.
Addressing concerns about the impact of the ongoing Ukrainian conflict on education, Jatin assured that there has been no negative effect on studying in Russia. He noted that life in Russia continues as usual, with approximately 15,000 Egyptians currently studying in the country.
Jatin expressed optimism about the future of educational relations between the two nations, highlighting mutual interest. Russia has established branches of Kazan Federal University and St. Petersburg State University in Egypt, both of which have received a positive response from Egyptian students.
Furthermore, Ural Federal University has organized Russian language preparatory courses in Egypt before students travel to Russia. Russian universities actively participate in educational fairs held in Egypt throughout the year.
In conclusion, Jatin thanked the Egyptian media for its support in promoting the Russian Cultural Center’s mission of fostering connections between the Egyptian and Russian peoples. This collaboration underscores the commitment to enhancing educational opportunities and strengthening bilateral relations.
Contributed by Israa Farhan
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