Exploring the Drivers of Egyptian Industrial Development in the Age of AIThe Eighth Edition of the International Conference on Strategic Forum is set to take place on Sunday, November 24, 2024, in Cairo. Engineer Osama Kamal, honorary president of the conference, highlighted the importance of modernizing the industrial development strategy in alignment with President Abdel Fattah El Sisi’s directives. The conference seeks to position Egypt as a regional and global industrial hub, opening avenues for strategic thinking that reinforces sustainable development principles. Major General Mohamed Helmy, also a deputy head of the conference, indicated that the event aims to provide forward-looking insights for industrial development in Egypt. Furthermore, the conference will address the importance of technical education in industry development and the media’s role in shaping public perceptions of this vital sector.