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He stressed this is the same Egypt that produced a leading civilization, world-class universities, and renowned scholars and scientists. Zoweil however was convinced that Egyptians are qualified to regain their glorious past since they have the potential and the country is strategically positioned, geographically and politically and the people have a unique culture of community and family value. He ascertained that Egypt has people with talent and creativity, with nearly half of the population in its youth. These are forces for progress, but without nurturing intrinsic talent and establishing a cogent system of governance the status quo will prevail

He established that a new political system must be set up with, at its core, a constitution defining the democratic principles of human rights, freedom of speech, and governance through contested elections. A select delegation of honorable intellectuals, respected political personalities, and thoughtful religious scholars, perhaps under the patronage of supreme-court judges, should form a council to debate and chart a new constitution for a final referendum involving the people

Zoweil emphasized that the methods used in education, cultural practices, and scientific research must be revisited, reviewed, and revitalized. The goal should be to promote critical thinking and a value system of reasoning, discipline, and teamwork. The government should remain responsible for the primary education of all. Higher education should be based on quality not quantity, receive merit-based funding, and be free of unnecessary bureaucracy. Not the least of the benefits of educational reform is to foster the pride of achievement at national and international levels