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The activities of the Egyptian-Saudi Media Forum were launched, headed by journalist writer Karam Gabr, President of the Supreme Council for Media Regulation, and Khaled Al-Malik, President of the Saudi Journalists Association, in the presence of Abdel-Sadeq Al-Shorbagy, President of the National Press Authority, journalist writer Saleh Al-Salihi, Undersecretary of the Supreme Council for Media Regulation, and Counselor Mahmoud Fawzy Al-Amin. General, Dr. Mona Al-Hadidi and the journalist Nashat Al-Daihi and Rania Hashem, members of the Council, and a number of senior media professionals and journalists, as well as heads of boards of directors and editors of newspapers.

Long live Egypt

The Saudi delegation included Muhammad Al-Harthy, head of the Saudi Radio and Television Corporation, Dr. Fahd Al-Aqran, head of the Saudi Press Agency, and Ali Al-Hadithi, the supervisor of the group. Mbc media, Abdullah Al Shabana, CEO of Rotana Group, and Dr. Khaled Al-Ghamdi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Information for International Media Relations, Dr. Othman Al-Sinni, Editor-in-Chief of Al-Watan, Esraa Asiri, CEO of the General Authority for Audio-Visual Media, Adwan Al-Ahmari, editor-in-chief of Independent Arabia, Ali Abdel-Fattah, editor-in-chief of Sabq electronic, Sultan Al-Malki, editor-in-chief of urgent electronic, and Abdul Al-Rahman Al-Mansour, editor-in-chief of Al-Eqtisadiah, Faisal Abbas, editor-in-chief of Arab News, Hani Wafa, editor-in-chief of Riyadh, Omar Al-Shaddi, editor-in-chief of Al-Youm, and Ghassan Halim Charbel, editor-in-chief of Asharq Al-Awsat.

Journalist writer Karam Gabr began the forum by welcoming the attendees, adding that for the first time this group of Egyptian and Saudi media professionals has gathered..

He added that Egypt and Saudi Arabia are the pomegranate of the balance in the region, and the media in them is strong and leads the region’s media as a whole, pointing out that Egypt is in the hearts of the Saudis and vice versa, as Saudi Arabia is in the hearts of the Egyptians.

He stressed that in all crises, Egypt stands by Saudi Arabia, and Saudi Arabia stands by Egypt. He thanked the Saudi side for its immediate action during the recent crises, and for Saudi Arabia to deposit a large deposit in the Central Bank of Egypt to confirm Saudi Arabia’s saying that “a brother is in a time of need.”“.

The head of the Supreme Council for Media Regulation referred to the protocol that will be signed for Egyptian-Saudi cooperation in the field of media, adding that the media plays a large and influential role between the two countries, and we must work together to meet the challenges facing the world, and that the media lead effective enlightenment to confront social networking sites..

For his part, Engineer Abdel-Sadeq El-Shorbagy welcomed the attendees, stressing that the Egyptian-Saudi relations are close and extended throughout history, and stand on solid ground..

He added that the authority is about to launch a website for the national and private press, adding that he hopes that there will be cooperation with the Saudi press.

Khaled Al-Malik: The Egyptian-Saudi relations are rooted, historical and characterized by uniqueness

For his part, Khaled Al-Malik, head of the Saudi Journalists Association, stressed that the Egyptian-Saudi relations are rooted and historical and are characterized by uniqueness and responsibility in managing all the crises that the region is going through with wisdom and prudence, adding that today’s meeting gives rise to optimism about what is to come and media cooperation between the two countries..

He added that the Saudi delegation, which includes governmental and non-governmental Saudi media, confirms the message of true love for Egypt and its people, explaining that the Saudi media was and is still working to avoid everything that provokes Egypt and always bears the good word for this brotherly country..

He also stressed the importance of the Crown Prince’s visit to Cairo in the current global and regional circumstances, and agreed with the Supreme Head of Media on the importance of the Egyptian and Saudi media embodying the great efforts made by the Egyptian and Saudi leadership to develop strategic relations between the two brotherly countries..

While Dr. Fahd Al-Aqran saluted the attendees, thanking the Council for organizing this forum, adding that the media has a great role and responsibility to cooperate together to reach the same volume of political cooperation between the two countries..

He added that when there is real and honest media, such sessions result in fruitful cooperation and bilateral coordination, adding that what is happening in Egypt and Saudi Arabia in terms of development is what will lead the Arab world to a better future..

Meanwhile, Muhammad Al-Harthy confirmed his happiness at being in Egypt and meeting these great media elites, adding that the Saudis feel that they are in Egypt, as the relations between Egypt and Saudi Arabia are historical and exceptional and rarely exist between two countries..

He added that the global situation, as well as the current Middle East region, requires us as journalists to cooperate jointly to confront the challenges and dangers that surround us from all sides, noting that such meetings are a good opportunity to strengthen media relations between the two countries..

Ghassan Charbel stressed that the Egyptian-Saudi relations are strong and influential, adding that we have a major role in cooperating to face the challenges the world is going through, which have not occurred for nearly 30 years, especially since the Russian-Ukrainian war opens the door to establishing new balances in the world..

Two members of Al-Ahmari said that we feel that we are Egyptians when we arrive in Egypt, so we feel that we are in our country and have not left Saudi Arabia..

Faisal Abbas stressed his happiness to be in the midst of such a large number of Egyptian and Saudi media figures, adding that such meetings are important for exchanging conversations about the most important issues that the world and the Arab region are going through..

Abdul Rahman Al-Mansour expressed his happiness to be here today and to attend this wonderful forum, and expressed his appreciation and respect for all the attendees.

Sultan Al-Maliki said that this meeting is very important for exchanging dialogue on the most important issues of concern to citizens in Egypt and Saudi Arabia, expressing his desire to repeat them..

Jamil Al-Dhiyabi stressed that Egypt is present in the hearts of all Saudis and vice versa, expressing his wishes for joint media cooperation between the two countries after this meeting..

While Abdullah Al-Shabana said that he was happy to meet these Egyptian-Saudi media elites.

Dr. confirmed. Khaled Al-Ghamdi, that he is honored to meet these media elites in Egypt, adding that he is very happy with the terms of the protocol that will be signed between Egypt and Saudi Arabia for cooperation in the media field, adding that the cooperation creates strong Arab media that serves Arab causes..

Dr. Othman Al-Sani said that the Saudi and Egyptian media are the closest and most communicative between the countries of the region, adding that there are many good intentions, but they must be translated on the ground through concrete programs, because the campaigns that Egypt and Saudi Arabia are exposed to must be confronted together..

Omar Al-Shaddi thanked the Supreme Council for Media Regulation for the wonderful reception, adding that this cooperation must be translated into what is in the interest of the Arab media..

Ali Al-Hadithi stressed the necessity of joint work between the media in the two brotherly countries to serve Arab issues and face challenges.

Hani Wafa pointed out the necessity of cooperation between the media in the two countries, as they are the closest and most qualified to serve Arab causes.

Esraa Asiri stressed her happiness with her presence in Egypt, as she was educated in Egypt from a young age, so she owes the credit to Egypt as well as to Saudi Arabia, adding that we must unite together and cooperate to reach the same levels of economic and political cooperation between the two countries..

The journalist writer Saleh Al-Salihi, Undersecretary of the Supreme Council for Media Regulation, confirmed his welcome to the Saudi brothers on the land of Egypt, noting that such meetings are a sign of cooperation between the two countries’ media..

Counselor Mahmoud Fawzy, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for Media Regulation, confirmed his welcome to the Saudi brothers, adding that we have to admit that the volume of Egyptian-Saudi relations is great, but we are waiting for greater cooperation in the media field..

On her part, she welcomed Dr. Mona Al-Hadidi, member of the Supreme Council for Media Regulation, of the Saudi delegation, adding that the representation of women in the Saudi delegation confirms the cultural shift and the great development taking place in Saudi Arabia, pointing out that the media cooperation protocol between the two brotherly countries must be activated..

The media, Hana Al-Samri, confirmed that there is a great development at all levels in Saudi Arabia, adding that there must be real and constructive cooperation between Egypt and Saudi Arabia in the media field to reach the same degree of economic and political cooperation, especially since the forces of evil will not leave the renaissance witnessed by Egypt and Saudi Arabia..

The media, Rania Hashem, a member of the Supreme Council for Media Regulation, said that the media is distinguished in the two countries, but we lack solidarity together and marketing to each other..

While the media, Dina Esmat, welcomed the DMC channel, the idea of ​​a joint media committee to cooperate and follow up on media issues between the two countries, adding that this cooperation is a good sign for more media relations..

Journalist Akram Al-Qassas, editor-in-chief of the seventh day, welcomed the Saudi delegation, adding that everyone feels the great renaissance that exists in Egypt and Saudi Arabia, adding that we must work together and cooperate to confront global changes because it is time for the Arab region to be able not to enter into conflicts that have nothing to do with it. with.

The journalist writer Ali Hassan, Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of ASHA Agency, stressed that he hopes that cooperation in the media field will keep pace with the high level of political relations between the two countries, to serve the issues of Arab countries, adding that the media in the two countries should exchange and transfer information about each other through Trusted Media.

Journalist Gamal El-Keshky, editor-in-chief of Al-Ahram Al-Arabi, affirmed that he hopes that there will be great media cooperation between the two countries to face the challenges and crises the world is witnessing at the present time..

While journalist writer Essam Kamel, editor-in-chief of Veto, welcomed the attendees, stressing the depth of Egyptian-Saudi relations.

The journalist writer Ahmed Naji Qamha, editor-in-chief of the International Policy magazine, said that the two countries were exposed to traditional and non-traditional threats, but the most important thing is that the two countries have modern media, and therefore we must search for confronting them, adding that we have many threats that target the heart of the Arab state, so we have to cooperate in various ways. issues.

For his part, journalist Magdi El-Gallad, editor-in-chief of Ona News, stressed his happiness with the state of effective communication between the media in the two countries, adding that private institutions have a great role to play through communication and signing a joint cooperation agreement to help government institutions in both countries..

The media, Nashat Al-Daihy, a member of the Supreme Council for Media Regulation, confirmed that the largest Egyptian community is present in Saudi Arabia, as well as the largest Saudi community in Egypt, adding that we must face challenges by meeting together and cooperating.

The journalist writer Khaled Najeh, editor-in-chief of Al Hilal Gate, said that Egypt and Saudi Arabia were subjected to a major campaign due to the renaissance that the two countries are witnessing, and that is why we have to cooperate together, and introduce the achievements that are taking place on the ground in the two countries..

Karam Gabr: Egypt and Saudi Arabia are the pomegranate of balance in the Arab region… and the media plays an influential role between the two countries

For his part, Hossam Saleh, Chief Operating Officer of the United Media Services Company, stressed that the solidarity of the Egyptian and Saudi media is in the national security valve for the entire region, and this is one of the main goals of the two countries..

While the journalist, Mohamed El-Baz, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Constitution, said that there are many good intentions between the media in the two countries, but they must turn into real projects on the ground..

Representative Mustafa Bakri, a member of the House of Representatives, pointed out that the Egyptian-Saudi relations are historical and that there is cooperation in all fields, and there are many common denominators that must be worked on, saying that there must be joint action such as launching a joint Arab satellite channel between the two countries. As well as the existence of a unified news agency.

The journalist writer Ahmed Galal, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Akhbar Al-Youm Foundation, expressed his happiness to be in the midst of this number of media figures, noting his admiration for the idea of ​​signing the protocol, as well as the presence of a committee to follow up on what is being implemented..

Iyad Abu Hajjaj, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Dar Al-Tahrir, said that the Egyptian-Saudi relations are distinguished throughout history, hoping that they will witness more prosperity, especially in the media aspect..

Abdel Razek Tawfiq, editor-in-chief of the Republic, stressed that there is great interdependence between the two brotherly countries in all fields, and therefore cooperation in the media field must be increased, because it comes at a very important time given the events that the world is going through..

Ahmed Pasha, editor-in-chief of Rosalyoussef, welcomed the Saudi delegation, adding that there must be joint media coordination between the two countries and work to face challenges together to reach the formation of awareness among children in both countries..

Sherif Helal, director of MBC Egypt, also welcomed the Saudi delegation, expressing his happiness at attending the forum’s activities.

For his part, Salah Mahran, director of MBC Egypt’s programs, confirmed that the channel’s employees feel that half of them are Saudi and the other is Egyptian, adding that there is close cooperation between the channel and the Supreme Council for Media Regulation, hoping that it will be the beginning of a greater media cooperation between the two countries..

Omar Abu Khattwa, executive director of ONTV channel, said that he hopes that there will be more serious steps in cooperation in the media field, to make a major qualitative leap in the media of the two countries..

The journalist Ahmed Abu Zaid, a presenter on the Extra News channel, stressed that the Egyptian-Saudi media cooperation already exists, but it must increase to reach the level of political and economic cooperation between the two countries..

The journalist Hammam Mujahid, a presenter on the Extra News channel, said that he considers himself a son of both Egypt and Saudi Arabia, as he grew up in Saudi Arabia and was raised there and then returned to Egypt, adding that the Saudi people love Egypt, as well as the Egyptians. Saudi Arabia lives in their hearts.

The journalist and writer Imad El-Din Hussein, editor-in-chief of Al-Shorouk, a member of the Senate, stressed that there should be more cooperation between the two countries in the media field to be consistent with cooperation in the political field..

For his part, journalist Mahmoud Al-Mamlouk, editor-in-chief of Cairo 24, said that he was happy to attend this meeting, expressing his wishes to repeat such forums..

The journalist writer Ayman Abdel Majid, editor-in-chief of the Rosal-Youssef Gateway, confirmed his happiness to be in the forum, expressing his wishes to increase Egyptian-Saudi cooperation in the media field during the coming period..