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In conclusion, the Ambassador 6. As the current Chair of the National
underscored that CEDAW is a vital Coordinating Committee for Combating
document and a fundamental and Preventing Irregular Migration and
cornerstone for development, stating Human Trafficking, what efforts and
that true development cannot be measures is the committee undertaking
achieved without empowering women in coordination with relevant authorities
and enhancing their rights. to address the issue of irregular
migration at both regional and local
5. You were awarded the Palmes levels? What are the most notable
académiques in recognition of your achievements?
contributions to French culture. What
does this honour mean to you, and how Firstly, on the local level, Ambassador
do you view the significance and Naela Gabr expressed that the
evolution of Egyptian-French relations? committee she leads, which reports
directly to the Prime Minister, has led
In response to this question, Her efforts to combat this phenomenon
Excellency the Ambassador expressed across all fronts—legislative,
her deep gratitude for such an honour, institutional, and practical. In terms of
which comes after a significant period of legislation, the committee successfully
promoting and supporting French established the first law specifically
culture in Egypt, highlighting her addressing irregular migration in the
extensive work as a presidential Middle East, Law No. 82 of 2016, which
representative in the Francophonie defines the crime of human trafficking
Council. Furthermore, she emphasised for the first time and imposes stringent
her enduring passion for the French penalties. This initiative was coordinated
language, viewing it not merely as a with the Ministry of Interior to instil and
language but as a rich culture in its own reinforce the principle of deterrence.
right.
The Ambassador consistently advises
the new and current generation of
diplomats on the necessity of mastering
the French language, especially for those
wishing to work in Africa. She stressed
that this proficiency is not merely a
matter of social prestige, as some may
perceive, but rather an essential and
vital tool that enables them to perform
their duties effectively and successfully.
She noted that her command of the
French language has been instrumental
in her various diplomatic roles in Paris,
Geneva, and the African Group.
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