Egypt's Tech Schools at Risk Amid U.S. Election Uncertainty

Education officials in Egypt are concerned that funding for 10 international applied technology schools may be at risk if Donald Trump wins the U.S. election, potentially affecting climate education and renewable energy efforts in the country.

In Egypt, the prospect of Donald Trump reclaiming the U.S. presidency has education officials worried about potential cuts to funding for international applied technology schools. These schools, which deeply integrate climate and renewable energy topics into their curriculum, rely significantly on U.S. financial support. With around 20,000 applicants vying for 8,000 spots annually, any reduction in funding could severely impact their operations.

Karim Ebeid of the Al Adl Center for Economic and Strategic Studies notes that Trump's stance against Biden's climate policies might threaten the funding and expansion of these institutions. Consequently, Egypt may need to seek alternative partnerships with countries like China, Russia, or Japan to sustain these critical educational initiatives.

The schools, offering free tuition in exchange for academic excellence and interviews, play a crucial role in equipping Egyptian youth with skills in environmental sustainability. As such initiatives are central to Egypt's development goals, the potential funding cut could hinder progress across the renewable energy sector.

(With inputs from agencies.)