El-Sisi’s remarks came during the annual Ramadan gathering attended by Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly, Interior Minister Mahmoud Tawfik, and Police Academy head Major General Dr. Nidal Youssef, along with several ministers, police cadets, and their families.
Opening his address, the president greeted the students and their families, noting that they are part of an institution responsible for safeguarding the nation and its citizens.
He stressed the importance of learning from past experiences, particularly the events of 2011, saying Egypt must draw lessons from crises to prevent their recurrence.
“We must learn from every situation we go through so that it does not happen again,” El-Sisi said, noting that the past 15 years had witnessed the collapse of several states across the region.
He praised the Interior Ministry for restoring its capabilities in a relatively short time and for undertaking a comprehensive overhaul of Egypt’s security system as part of a broader, gradual process of reforming state institutions.
“Countries cannot withstand major shocks,” the president said. “All measures must be taken carefully and calmly, without causing problems.”
Presidential spokesman Mohamed El-Shennawy said El-Sisi also highlighted the Interior Ministry’s efforts over the past decade to confront terrorism and extremism, which he said were fueled by misunderstanding and ignorance about the difference between “the Islam of the individual” and “the Islam of the state.”
“The state is for all people,” El-Sisi said, stressing that religious practice must be exercised appropriately and warning that “the most dangerous threat any nation faces is ignorance.”
The president thanked the Interior Ministry for maintaining stability and security over the past decade while simultaneously waging a long battle against terrorism.
He also pointed to reforms in Egypt’s prison system, noting that the country’s 48 prisons had been transformed into 7 modern correction and rehabilitation centres offering reform programmes and helping reintegrate offenders into society.
“These centres are meant to function as schools that offer programmes for reform and produce individuals capable of becoming constructive members of society,” El-Sisi said, directing that visits be arranged so the public can learn about the experience of the new facilities.
El-Sisi said the Police Academy plays a major role in preparing future officers, stressing that the public should recognize the scale of reforms carried out by the Interior Ministry, not only in infrastructure but also in developing human resources.
“Development has not ended,” he said. “It is a continuous process.”
The president told cadets that Egypt’s security and stability rest on their shoulders, describing the country as “a trust placed in your hands,” and stressing that young men and women represent the nation’s future.
He also referred to the series of challenges Egypt has faced since 2011, including a decade-long fight against terrorism that claimed the lives of many Egyptians from different sectors of society.
Turning to regional developments, El-Sisi said the Middle East is passing through “very difficult circumstances,” expressing hope that the current war will end soon and will not expand in a way that harms regional countries and their populations.
He warned that prolonging the conflict could trigger wider economic repercussions.
“The consequences of the current crisis could lead to an economic crisis at the regional and international levels if it continues, especially with expectations of rising petroleum product prices,” he said.
In this context, El-Sisi stressed the importance of unity among Egyptians and called for prudent decision-making as the country navigates the crisis.
“We must work wisely and remain mindful of the future in all our actions so that we can pass through this crisis safely,” he said, noting that the past five years have been economically difficult due to successive global shocks that Egypt has nevertheless managed to overcome.
The president also stressed the need for police officers to treat citizens with respect, urging security personnel to maintain respectful relations with the public.
El-Sisi concluded the event by congratulating those present and praying for Egypt’s protection and stability.
He later performed the Isha and Taraweeh prayers with senior officials and a group of Police Academy cadets before concluding his visit, the presidency added.
El-Sisi’s remarks come amid escalating regional tensions following the US–Israeli war with Iran, which has raised concerns about disruptions to energy supplies and global trade routes in the Middle East.
Egyptian officials have repeatedly warned that a prolonged conflict could have serious economic repercussions, particularly if instability affects oil markets or shipping through strategic waterways.
Speaking at an Armed Forces iftar earlier this month, El-Sisi cautioned that any disruption to energy flows in the region, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, could sharply increase global oil prices, which would in turn affect Egypt’s import bill and the cost of petroleum products.
Egypt imports a significant portion of its energy needs and remains sensitive to global fuel price fluctuations, which directly influence domestic inflation, subsidy costs, and public finances.
The president also warned that wider regional instability could affect global supply chains, trade flows, and Suez Canal revenues, a key source of foreign currency for Egypt.
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