The American University in Cairo appointed Presidential Economic Advisor Hala El Said (Linkedin) as its new university counselor, the university said in a statement (pdf). El Said currently serves as economic advisor to President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and played a prominent role in the cabinet economic group as the planning minister from 2017 to 2024. Her career also includes stints as chair of the Sovereign Fund of Egypt, a board member of the Central Bank of Egypt, and dean of Cairo University’s Faculty of Economics and Political Science.

What they said: “Universities like AUC play an essential role in shaping leaders who can bridge cultures, drive sustainable development, and transform knowledge into meaningful impact,” El Said said. “I look forward to contributing to AUC’s mission of empowering generations of change makers who will not only excel in their fields but also serve as catalysts for progress across Egypt, the region, and beyond.”

AND- Arabia Holding appointed Islam Khamis (LinkedIn) as CEO of its real estate arm Arabia Developments, the company said in a statement (pdf). Khamis brings to the role over 20 years of experience in the real estate sector, having served as the CEO of several companies, including Modad Properties, Sorouh Developments, Makeplace, and Rajhi Invest.

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