Egyptian Parliament debates education reforms amid student and faculty concerns

Members of Egypt’s parliament have raised two separate education issues. MP Freedy Al‑Bayadi called for an urgent briefing to halt a new rule that classifies the religious education subject as pass/fail with a 70% passing threshold, arguing it creates undue pressure on students and does not improve moral education. He urged the ministry to reassess the policy and ensure teaching quality instead of using exams as a threat.

In a related parliamentary move, MP Mustafa Bakri submitted an urgent request concerning the low real salaries of university professors. He highlighted the gap between academic responsibilities and earnings, warning that inadequate pay could drive a brain‑drain and harm research and teaching quality. Bakri asked the government to devise a comprehensive salary restructuring plan to retain academic talent.