the African-Asian Union (AFASU) Delegation at the Diamond Land Honoring Ceremony in 10th of Ramadan City
A Gold Award for Excellence in Community Service and Domestic Tourism, Attended by the Governor of Sharqia and Union Leaders
Joining the Union’s Delegation in 10th of Ramadan City
I took part, in my capacity as Assistant Secretary-General for Legal Affairs at the African-Asian Union (AFASU), in the Union’s delegation at the ceremony held in 10th of Ramadan City on September 8, 2026. The Union organized the ceremony to present its Gold Award to Diamond Land, in recognition of a successful investment model that combines economic achievement with a real role in the community. The occasion gave me the chance to see up close the experience of a project whose name is tied to serving the residents of the city and the governorate, and to follow the details of an honoring that drew wide official and media attention. My participation also reflects the Union’s commitment to supporting serious initiatives that serve people and society.
A Gold Award for Diamond Land in Recognition of Its Community Role
The ceremony saw Diamond Land presented with the Gold Award for Excellence in Community Service and Domestic Tourism. The honor recognizes the role of the project, headed by Eng. Saeed Abdel Moneim, in supporting the local community, strengthening domestic tourism, and offering an integrated system of entertainment services to the people of 10th of Ramadan City and Sharqia Governorate. The award is presented under the slogan “Excellence that serves people and strengthens the nation’s identity,” a motto that captures the philosophy behind the honor: true excellence is the kind whose impact reaches people’s lives and supports belonging to the homeland.
High-Level Official Attendance and a Heritage-Inspired Welcome
The event was attended by His Excellency Eng. Hazem Mohamed Hassan El-Ashmouny, Governor of Sharqia, along with a number of executive and security officials and members of the House of Representatives and the Senate, as well as AFASU leaders. Guests were welcomed with performances featuring the traditional baladi horse and the Sharqawi mizmar, in a heritage atmosphere reflecting the identity of Sharqia Governorate and combining authenticity with the celebration of achievement. This diverse attendance gave the ceremony both an official and a community character, and underlined the importance of backing projects that serve the local community.
Speeches Highlighting the Value of Investment That Serves Society
The Governor expressed his appreciation for the selection of Diamond Land for the Gold Award, stressing that the governorate welcomes and supports serious projects that contribute to development. Dr. Hossam Darwish, President of the Union, said the project is a model of investment that goes beyond economic returns to deliver tangible impact in serving the community. Maj. Gen. Ashraf Abu Eish, the Union’s Secretary-General, explained that the award recognizes a project that has combined successful investment with community service. Dr. Dalia Amin, head of the Union’s Egypt office, added that supporting domestic tourism is one of the key pillars for energizing the local economy.
A Festive Close with Dinner, a Musical Show, and Media Interviews
The ceremony concluded with a dinner and a refined artistic performance, giving attendees a chance to connect in a friendly atmosphere once the honoring was over. The closing also included media interviews with leaders of the Union and the project, as well as guests, who spoke about the importance of supporting projects that unite investment with community service, and about the role of domestic tourism in improving quality of life and boosting the local economy. It was a full day that showed how real recognition encourages even more giving and service to society.
