Ahmed Kamel – Egypt Daily News
President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has announced the launch of preparatory sessions and a dedicated online platform for the upcoming Egypt Forum 2026, opening the way for public registration and a series of academic and community discussions ahead of the event.
The forum is scheduled to take place from October 19 to 24, with the preparatory phase designed to gather ideas, proposals and opinions from a broad range of participants. The initiative is expected to involve state institutions, specialists, academics and members of the public from different social and political backgrounds.
In a statement published on October 1, the president invited Egyptians and institutions across the country to register through the forum’s official platform, submit proposals and take part in the discussions leading up to the main event. He described participation and dialogue as essential tools for shaping Egypt’s future.
“Through participation and dialogue, we will build the future of our nation together,” President Sisi said in his message.
The announcement marks the formal beginning of the organizational and discussion process for Egypt Forum 2026. While the statement did not provide a detailed agenda, it said the preparatory sessions would include academic and community dialogue. These sessions are expected to create an opportunity for participants to raise issues, exchange views and present proposals that could contribute to the forum’s final discussions.
The online platform will serve as the main entry point for those seeking to attend or participate in the forum. Users will be able to register their interest, provide personal and institutional information where required, and submit comments or recommendations for consideration during the preparatory phase.
The call for participation extends beyond government bodies and professional experts. President Sisi also invited citizens from different backgrounds and viewpoints to contribute, suggesting that the organizers intend to present the forum as a broad national platform rather than an event limited to official representatives or specialized institutions.
Reports published by Egyptian and regional media confirmed that the preparations would continue until the forum’s scheduled opening on October 19. The coverage described the event as an effort to provide space for academic and community discussion and to collect proposals from a wider section of Egyptian society.
The emphasis on public participation comes as Egypt continues to promote dialogue-based initiatives addressing national priorities. In recent years, official forums and consultation programs have been used to bring together government representatives, political actors, academics, young people and civil society participants. These initiatives have generally focused on discussing economic, social, political and developmental challenges.
For Egypt Forum 2026, the early launch of the registration platform gives participants time to submit their views before the main event begins. It may also allow organizers to identify the most frequently raised issues and organize the sessions around subjects considered particularly important to the public.
The preparatory period could play a significant role in determining the forum’s tone and priorities. By inviting proposals before the event, organizers may be able to move beyond formal presentations and include practical concerns raised by citizens, experts and institutions. The process could also help identify areas where public expectations differ from existing government policies or development plans.
However, the effectiveness of the forum will depend largely on how contributions are reviewed and incorporated into the final discussions. Public participation is more meaningful when submitted ideas receive consideration and when the results of the discussions are communicated clearly. Participants are therefore likely to look for information about the selection process, the subjects to be discussed and the way recommendations will be evaluated.
The president’s invitation also places responsibility on public institutions and experts to engage with the process. Government bodies may use the preparatory sessions to explain existing programs, respond to concerns and present proposals of their own. Academics and specialists could contribute research-based recommendations, while members of the public may bring attention to everyday economic and social issues.
The forum’s October 19–24 schedule gives organizers several weeks to conduct preparatory discussions and complete registration arrangements. During this period, additional details may emerge about the venue, speakers, session topics and participation procedures.
The launch of Egypt Forum 2026 reflects the government’s stated aim of encouraging national discussion and creating channels through which citizens can express their views. Whether the initiative produces lasting results will depend on the breadth of participation, the openness of the discussions and the extent to which proposals are translated into policies or concrete recommendations.
For now, the online registration platform represents the first formal step toward the forum. Egyptians, state institutions and experts have been encouraged to use it to register, share their perspectives and contribute to the preparation of an event intended to bring together a wide range of voices ahead of the October gathering. https://egyptforum.gov.eg
