Supporting the Egyptian Policy Makers Policy
1-Policy Purpose
This policy shows how AASTMT supports stakeholder engagement with the Policy Makers in the Egyptian Government, especially through scientific research for balanced access to justice and the promotion of political and human rights.
2-Policy Statement
Academic evidence and expertise can inform and improve government policy, but many academics find it difficult to contribute to policy-making. AASTMT shall support the Egyptian policy makers and authorities through scientific research, facilitating public engagement and a participatory approach for better governance.
3-Policy Scope
4-Policy Description
AASTMT considers that supporting the policy makers in the Egyptian Government is one of its important priorities, especially through research and its’ researchers. AASTMT facilitates collaborative decision-making and civic engagement between researchers and national policymakers, establishing mechanisms for stakeholder engagement to support research uptake for the benefit of public policy design, delivery, and evaluation.
AASTMT can provide this support in diverse ways, by:
Supporting the Egyptian Policy Makers Policy (on AASTMT website)
The following section shows how AASTMT through diverse methods Provide outreach, general education,
upskilling and capacity-building to different topics including economics, law, technology, and climate change.
AASTM- Borg Al-Arab Technological University Agreement
AASTMT President welcomed the President of Borg Al-Arab Technological University, they signed an agreement to enhance discussion, cooperation, students and staff exchange experiences.
AASTM- Borg Al-Arab Technological University Agreement (on AASTMT website)
AASTMT-Salamanca Agreement
AASTMT President signed an agreement with Salamanca University, the agreement intends to create the Arab-Spanish Center of Excellence of Technology, AI and Cybersecurity along with enhancing the Two party’s expertise and knowledge sharing.
AASTMT-Salamanca Agreement(on AASTMT website)
Free University of Berlin Faculty Members and Students visit to AASTMT
Free University of Berlin Faculty Members and Students visit to Marine Engineering Department in AASTMT, this visit was from “TAZIZ” Partnership supported by the German Academic Exchange Services in Egypt.
Free University of Berlin Faculty Members and Students visit to AASTMT (on AASTMT website)
AASTMT- Saeed El-Khier Development Cooperation
The company is specialized in providing innovative solutions in community development and social welfare. AASTMT and the company signed an agreement to strengthen the scientific and academic cooperation between the two parties. The protocol of cooperation aims to train and qualify students in the initiative “Building Capacities of Law Schools Students” launched by the company in cooperation with AASTMT which aims to build students capabilities and qualify them to the labor market
AASTMT- Saeed El-Khier Development Cooperation (on AASTMT website)
AASTMT-Minster of Environment Meeting
Within the effort of AASTMT to toward the environmental conservation this meeting strengthen the cooperation in integrating environmental programs into AASTMT's educational initiatives, establishing a Climate Change Information Center, and launching a carbon reduction initiative called "Together to Reduce Carbon". This collaboration and collaborative research build on AASTMT's commitment to climate action, which includes participating in discussions on environmental challenges and supporting regional climate policies and efforts to promote sustainable waste management.
AASTMT-Minster of Environment Meeting (on AASTMT website)
AASTMT Participation in the International Workshop on the impacts of Climate Change on Coastal Cities
AASTMT participated in a workshop on climate change risk management in coastal cities in Alexandria. The event was held in preparation for the United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC 3) in June 2025 and focused on enhancing coastal resilience.
AASTMT Participation in the International Workshop on the impacts of Climate Change on Coastal Cities(on AASTMT website)
UNI-GREEN Project Workshop
The Unigreen Project was a European Union-funded initiative that empowered Egyptian youth to develop entrepreneurial solutions for climate change mitigation. The Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) was a key partner, co-leading the project with the Life Makers Foundation. This workshop aims to increase the role of Egyptian universities as civil society organizations in advancing youth participation in climate change mitigation. The main role of AASTMT in the workshop is to build the capacity of university students, teaching assistants, and professors to address climate issues.
UNI-GREEN Project Workshop (on AASTMT website)
First place for AASTMT team at Enacuts Egypt National Competition
AASTMT Heliopolis Campus team won first place at the Enactus Egypt National Competition in 2024. This victory earned them the right to represent Egypt at the Enactus World Cup in Astana, Kazakhstan, in October 2024. The winning students for the project are Heliopolis team was "ClimA". The project addressed Egypt's issues with CO2 and VOC emissions and developed a method to use the harmful water hyacinth plant to produce activated carbon.
First place for AASTMT team at Enacuts Egypt National Competition(on AASTMT website)
Radio Project Brief
Research & innovative Development International Offices networking for upscaling research capacities and encouragement of multidisciplinary studies.
Radio Project Brief (on AASTMT website)
An initiative under the title How to plan for your future and be an Entrepreneur
one of AATMT social responsibility and community engagement is to train and develop young schools students skills. College of Computing and Information Technology was pleased to send Dr. Mohamed, Dr. Nahla, and Mr. Ali AASTMT to meet with Year 11 and Year 12 students. The initiative arranged by the Egyptian Government, titled “How to Plan for Your Future and Become an Entrepreneur.
An initiative under the title How to plan for your future and be an Entrepreneur (on AASTMT website)
The Ready For Tomorrow project, powered by AAST Entrepreneurship Centre and PLAN International Foundation
The "Ready For Tomorrow" project is an initiative designed to empower young entrepreneurs in Egypt by helping them turn their business ideas into reality. It is powered by a collaboration between the AAST Entrepreneurship Centre and Plan International Foundation.
Participants receive intensive training and mentorship to develop skills in ideation, creating business models, marketing, finance, and legal aspects of starting a company. It provides networking events to connect participants with industry experts and other like-minded individuals.
The Ready For Tomorrow project, powered by AAST Entrepreneurship Centre and PLAN International Foundation (on AASTMT website)
AASTMT Alumni Career Fare
Alumni Career Fair 2024 was an event organized by the AASTMT Alumni Center to provide job and internship opportunities for AASTMT students and alumni, featuring meetings with corporate representatives and a networking channel for career development. There were multiple career fairs held under the umbrella of "AASTMT Alumni Career Fair 2024", including one at the Sheraton Campus in Cairo on February 21, 2024 and another at the Alamein Campus.
AASTMT Alumni Career Fare (on AASTMT website)
Young Researchers Conference
The Young Researcher Conference" provides platforms for students and early-career academics to present their work, exchange ideas, and build professional networks. The conference aims to spread the importance of scientific research to develop students’ capabilities in pre-university education.
Young Researchers Conference (on AASTMT website)
Urban Solutions Lab Interactive Games for Climate-Resilient and Livable Cities
The "Urban Solutions Lab Interactive Games for Climate-Resilient and Livable Cities" was a training event hosted by (AASTMT) in November 2024. It was Held during the World Urban Forum 12 (WUF12) in Cairo, the event used interactive games to teach participants about integrating climate action into urban planning. Debatable Urbs game was developed by AASTMT students and faculty members. It engages participants in discussions and debates about building climate-resilient and livable cities.
Urban Solutions Lab Interactive Games for Climate-Resilient and Livable Cities (on AASTMT website)
AASTMT- Egyptian Supreme Constitutional Court MOU
AASTMT signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Egyptian Supreme Constitutional Court. The MoU aims to strengthen cooperation between the two institutions in areas of common interest and enhance the rule of law in AASTMT. These include knowledge exchange and capacity-building.
AASTMT- Egyptian Supreme Constitutional Court MOU (on AASTMT website)
AASTMT- Egyptian Public Prosecution Agreement
The agreement aims to achieve the coordination and more engagement of AASTMT, as the two parties will cooperate in the in the areas of mutual interest.
AASTMT- Egyptian Public Prosecution Agreement(on AASTMT website)
Cooperation Between AAST Entrepreneurship Center & USAID (2023–2024)
Entrepreneurship Center at AASTMT and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) cooperative partnerships and agreement aimed at fostering innovation entrepreneurship and fostering innovation.
Cooperation Between AAST Entrepreneurship Center & USAID (2023–2024) (on AASTMT website)
AASTMT - Nile Egyptian International Schools (NEIS) "Protocol of Cooperation"
AASTMT is keen on looking forward to new future prospects, AASTMT and NEIS signed an agreement to provide scientific and academic cooperation and to provide scholarships for NEIS Students.
AASTMT - Nile Egyptian International Schools (NEIS) "Protocol of Cooperation" (on AASTMT website)
AASTMT signs two cooperation agreements
During the International Conference on Machine Intelligence and Smart Innovations that was held at AASTMT, AASTMT President has signed two cooperation agreements.
AASTMT signs two cooperation agreements (on AASTMT website)
AASTMT & British Council partnership
We would like to formally announce the partnership between the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport and the British Council for supporting AASTMT students.
AASTMT & British Council partnership (on AASTMT website)
Cyber Security Awareness Lecture
Dr. Captain/ Mohamed Mahmoud Abdel Fattah lectured on cybersecurity awareness at the College of Maritime Transport & Technology to understand the electronic crimes.
Cyber Security Awareness Lecture (on AASTMT website)
"AASTMT" - "Distance Learning and training Company" Memorandum of Understanding
As keeping on the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport's (AASTMT) continuous endeavor to always look forward to enhance AASTMT Students future horizons.
"AASTMT" - "Distance Learning and training Company" Memorandum of Understanding (on AASTMT website)
Opening ceremony of the second International Youth Forum for Creativity and Innovation in Artificial Intelligence
The forum, held under the patronage of the Egyptian Prime Minister, ran from April 27 to May 2, 2024, and involved participants from 32 countries. The forum organized by AASTMT and the different government ministers and organizations.
Opening ceremony of the second International Youth Forum for Creativity and Innovation in Artificial Intelligence (on AASTMT website)
Start-ups Day
College of Language smart village campus support the students and their youthful ideas. The college innovate the “Start ups Day” this initiatives provides innovative solutions that serve the local community. The students excelled in displaying their creative projects in the bazaar, which included handicrafts, accessories, clothes, and sweets, reflecting the spirit of innovation and creativity among the college's students.
Start-ups Day (on AASTMT website)
