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Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, on the 51st anniversary of the 6th of October War Victory, hailed the occasion as a defining moment in the nation’s history, a symbol of its pride and dignity.

“On this very day, Egyptian military officers and their leaders wrote the most heroic tales of sacrifice and selflessness to reclaim the holy land of Sinai. They set an exemplary precedent, supported by a magnificent people, in resilience and the achievement of victory. They confirmed that the unity between the people and the armed forces is the impregnable fortress that has protected the Egyptian state throughout its history,” Al-Sisi said.

In conjunction with the anniversary, Egypt’s Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation highlighted the country’s significant investments in the development of the Sinai Peninsula.

In a Sunday press statement, the Ministry announced that public spending allocated for projects in Sinai and the Canal Cities (North Sinai, South Sinai, Suez, Ismailia, and Port Said) from 2014/15 to 2024/25 amounted to approximately EGP 530.5bn.

Rania Al-Mashat, Egypt’s Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, emphasised the strategic importance of the Sinai Peninsula due to its geographical significance and historical importance. She highlighted that Sinai is a cornerstone of the Egyptian economy, owing to its vast natural and human resources.

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