Egypt government says 'Egypt Forum' launching Oct. 19 will yield decisions felt by citizens

Egypt's government has said its national forum, launching October 19, will produce decisions and solutions directly felt by citizens, with opposition figures among attendees.

• Cabinet spokesman Mohamed Adel said preparations follow President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi's order to launch the forum as a national dialogue platform.
• Adel said the government held community meetings including with critics, who will attend the forum as prominent guests.
• Tarek Anani, head of the World Union of Egyptian Entities Abroad, said the forum opens a serious dialogue on development priorities and Egypt's future.
• The prime minister has followed up on education and culture discussion axes prepared for the forum.
• The forum will hold an October 20 session on urban and sustainable development and its impact on citizens' quality of life.