The Ministry of Youth and Sports hosted Dr. Moustafa Elfeki, Director of the Library of Alexandria, on Saturday, 19 September 2020, as part of its series of discussions with young people. The series, entitled “Together Online”, features interviews with prominent public figures, officials, and leaders.
Elfeki expressed his delight meeting youth, commending the role of the Minister of Youth and Sports in raising their awareness in all fields through organizing intellectual meetings that reflect their ideas and visions, and lead them to creativity and innovation.
He advised the youth not to give in to failure, and highlighted the importance of being hopeful and positive through developing self-confidence and being true to oneself. He also stressed the benefits of reading and discussing current issues in order to achieve success.
In addition, Elfeki tackled the history of the Library of Alexandria and its collections, shedding light on its role as a beacon of enlightenment that attracts visitors from around the world. He also discussed a number of political issues with the youth, and listened to their ideas and questions during the meeting.