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Prof. Mohamed Diaa Zain El-Abedeen, President of Ain Shams University, attended the graduation ceremony of the Faculty of Law’s Diamond Jubilee Class of 2025. The event was graced by the presence of Dr. Ali Abdel Aal, former Speaker of the House of Representatives; Mr. Sameh Shoukry, former Minister of Foreign Affairs; Counselor Abdel Meguid Mahmoud, former Public Prosecutor; Dr. Khaled Serry Siam, former Chairman of Misr for Central Clearing, Depository and Registry (MCDR); the family of the late Public Prosecutor Hisham Barakat; Counselor Hussein Madkour, Head of the State Lawsuits Authority; Dr. Ibrahim Saber, Governor of Cairo; Counselor Hafez Abbas, former Head of the Administrative Prosecution Authority; along with an elite group of distinguished legal figures and jurists who have held prominent national and international positions, as well as former deans of the Faculty.

Prof. Mohamed Diaa Zain El-Abedeen, President of Ain Shams University, stated in his speech that the celebration of the Faculty of Law’s Diamond Jubilee coincides with the commemoration of the October 1973 victories. He emphasized that the law has always been and remains “the sword and shield of this nation,” highlighting the vital role played by the faculty’s graduates in advancing the country’s progress. He also recalled one of Egypt’s greatest legal victories: the 1988 ruling of the International Arbitration Tribunal affirming Egypt’s sovereignty over Taba.

The University President announced that one of the faculty’s halls will be named after the late Counselor Hesham Barakat, in honor of his sacrifice and distinguished service. He praised the faculty’s contributions over the past 75 years to Egypt’s academic, social, and legislative life, describing it as “the university’s house of legal expertise.”

Addressing the graduates, Dr. Diaa reminded them that law is a trust and a mission before it is a profession, urging them to uphold this trust with honesty and integrity and to be “bright beacons” championing the rule of law and serving their institutions and their homeland. He expressed heartfelt thanks to the parents and faculty members for their sincere efforts in preparing outstanding graduates who bring pride to the university.

In his speech, Prof. Yassin El-Shazly, Dean of the Faculty, delivered a powerful message to the students, affirming that the faculty will always remain “the guardian of justice and a pillar of progress” in Egypt and the Arab world.

He pointed out that the celebration coincides with the anniversary of the October 6th victory, reminding everyone of the significant role that legal professional played in the “complementary battle for victory” particularly in reclaiming Egyptian land through the international arbitration over Taba. He stressed that “the law will forever remain the nation’s sword and shield, safeguarding its rights.”

Dr. El-Shazly highlighted the faculty’s pioneering role through the decades, having produced “generations of legal, political, and economic leaders” who have deeply influenced legislative and judicial thought. He paid tribute to the founding professors who laid the cornerstone of the faculty and expressed gratitude to successive leaders for their efforts in modernization and development.

In his message to the graduates, whose graduation he described as “a symbol of the continuity of giving”, he urged them to adhere to knowledge, hard work, and unity, as they will together form the two wings of the justice system (the judiciary and the legal profession). He also extended appreciation to the parents, calling them “the true partners” in this success.

Concluding his speech, the Dean pledged that the Faculty of Law would remain steadfast and ever proud, continuing its journey to uphold the values of justice and the rule of law, maintaining its position as a beacon of academic excellence in the region.

The ceremony also witnessed the honoring of Dr. Ali Abdel Aal, former Speaker of the House of Representatives; Mr. Sameh Shoukry, former Minister of Foreign Affairs; Counselor Omar Marwan, Director of the Office of His Excellency the President of the Republic and former Minister of Justice (with the award received on his behalf by his daughter); Counselor Abdel Meguid Mahmoud, former Public Prosecutor; Dr. Ibrahim Saber, Governor of Cairo; Prof. Khaled Serry Siam, former Chairman of Misr for Central Clearing, Depository and Registry (MCDR); the family of the late Public Prosecutor Hesham Barakat; Counselor Hussein Madkour, Head of the State Lawsuits Authority; Ambassador Namira Negm, Director of the African Migration Observatory at the African Union and an expert in international law; the family of Prof. Mohamed Ali Mahgoub, former Minister of Endowments; and the family of Prof. Abdel Ahad Gamal El-Din, former Minister of Youth and Sports, in addition to a number of distinguished jurists and former deans of the Faculty.

The ceremony also included the honoring of the top students from the Arabic, English, and French sections, as well as postgraduate students, in addition to a musical performance by the Faculty Choir.