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When and how did you decide you wanted to dedicate your effort for the greater good of the nation?

Post 2011, Egypt has witnessed vast changes in its economic, socialĀ and political aspects. We were under the spotlight. LocalĀ and international figures were opting for a voice and place in the country. And as someone who knows the potential we as a country possess, I felt it was my duty to give Egypt a voice. A voice to narrate its story and share othersā€™ as well. Narrative 2016 brought us all together. Business entrepreneursĀ and iconic worldwide figures shared their stories, challengesĀ and successes as well as failures. It opened peopleā€™s eyes to what we could achieve within our given resources. It inspired us to go forward. Knowing thereā€™s light at the end of the tunnel motivated the nation to get back on its feet thus, bringing Narrative 2016 back to life this year.

For someone who is new to the term, what does ‘Nation Branding’ mean exactly?

Nation branding is a means by which nations are attempting to compete on the global stage.

Very simply, it means applying branding techniques to countriesĀ and focusing on the behavioral aspects of managing a nationā€™s image.Ā Itā€™s the concern of a countryā€™s whole image on the international stage, covering political, economic and cultural dimensions.

Nation branding is everyoneā€™s responsibility, the governmentĀ and the people. Itā€™s really just a metaphorĀ for how effectively countries compete with each other for favorable perception, be it with regard to exports, governance, tourism, investment and technology, immigration, culture and heritage or people.

What are the most challenging obstacles you faced or expect to face?

Not being able to implement the recommendations.Ā However, after the outstanding successĀ and engagements weā€™ve attained last year, itā€™s safe to say those obstacles are being removed slowly yet progressively. And we can see that through the second embodiment of this yearā€™s Narrative Summit.

Mr. Hany Mahmoud stated that “Egypt boasts enormous human and natural resources”. What, in your opinion, is holding back the country’s economy then?

The ability to manage resources and utilize the right caliber in the right place.

Most foreign production houses scouting for a desert filming location end up filming in other countries like Morocco. Why don’t they come to Egypt? Does your plan include the film industry?

According to what we heard- Morocco provides easier access and much less bureaucracy. Itā€™s a shame given the amount of historic locations we can offer.