This is why it is important for us to invest in social cohesion activities and to have programs to help the migrants. So, we have to see any program as an assessment to the needs of the community, whether Egyptians or migrants. So, when you look at Egypt [and the situation as a whole]: Egypt is becoming a safe space that attracts a lot of people,” IOM Egypt’s Chief of Mission explained to Egypt Today.The role of Egypt is very important in the region, said the Chief, explaining that Egypt serves as a safe space and a safe zone for the region.“Also, politically, there is an important commitment by the government of Egypt to manage migration. For example, since 2016 during the discussions of the Global Compact, Egypt has been very active in the discussions to develop the paper. But to the contrary, I think that Egypt has been very tolerant with immigrants.

Source: Egypt Today March 01, 2019 11:26 UTC