26/06/2002
A specialized study by Dr. Eng. Nader Riad entitled “Egypt: an appropriate EU partner and potential link to Arab Markets”, which Dr. Nader Riad mentioned that Egypt is a very especial case for many reasons in.
Dr. Nader Riad referred to the Egypt’s geographic unique location and its 5000-year old civilization. He also referred to the importance of the Suez Canal that was built before electricity and internal combustion engines were discovered. On other hand Dr. Riad focused on the economic take off as well as success of the government between 1990-1996. He referred to Egypt’s vision of regional co-operation through three concentric circles: Arab-Arab co-operation, regional co-operation in the Middle East, and Euro-Mediterranean co-operation as well as at the International level. Finally, Dr. Nader Riad said” we in Egypt believe that PEACE is our determined choice with no other alternative.” confirming that the Egyptian main characteristic performance is now more than any other time before featuring commitment, regional co-operation, hard work and engagement in globalization and international integration.
