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Written By: Ahmed El-Sayed
Founder of the “Publisher Initiative for Creative Economy and Investment in Sun, Energy, Water, and Food to Combat Climate Change”
In the ongoing quest for food security and climate change resilience, planting fruit trees emerges as a fundamental pillar for building sustainable societies and strong economies—especially across the Arab world, where many countries are striving for self-sufficiency and sustainability.
Key Fruit Trees That Achieve Sustainability and Food Security:
1. Mango Tree – “The Symbol of Sustainability”:
The mango tree is a global symbol of sustainability. It can live for up to 300 years, producing highly nutritious and economically valuable fruits, while also offering resilience to climate shifts and continuous economic returns for farmers.
2. Olive Tree:
A symbol of peace and sustainability, known for thriving in drought-prone regions and producing highly valuable olive oil.
3. Palm Tree (Dates):
An essential tree in arid climates, producing dates, a vital food source and economic driver.
4. Fig Tree:
Known for drought tolerance and producing nutrient-rich fruits with high medicinal value.
5. Pomegranate Tree:
Highly adaptable to various conditions, its fruits offer both medicinal and nutritional benefits and excellent market value.
6. Citrus Trees (Lemon, Orange, Grapefruit):
A key source of Vitamin C and a major player in export economies.
7. Guava Tree:
Fast-growing and drought-tolerant, producing fruits rich in Vitamin C and widely used in natural remedies.
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Lessons of Sustainability — From Italy to Egypt:
My journey into sustainability began during my years as a migrant in Italy from 2002 to 2008, where I deeply learned the value of green economies and small enterprises. I established a publishing house focused on sustainability and launched the "El-Marcato" newspaper, dedicated to supporting Arab businesses and fostering trade bridges between Egypt and Italy.
Upon returning to Egypt, I was academically adopted by Germany through the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), which featured my project on an official scientific poster, promoting my vision for sustainability.
Most recently, I was proudly invited by Italy to attend the AI for Sustainability Conference, organized by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)—a dream of mine ever since artificial intelligence first emerged, believing in its power to advance sustainability globally.
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About the Publisher Initiative for Creative Economy:
My initiative, the Publisher Initiative for Creative Economy and Investment in Sun, Energy, Water, and Food to Combat Climate Change, operates under the global freelance system, aiming to:
Promote fruit tree farming.
Launch Egyptian joint-stock companies focused on food security and sustainable job creation.
Invest in renewable energy, water, and food sectors.
Recently, the initiative proudly co-organized the international exhibition “Arts of Civilizations and Sustainability” alongside renowned artist Wahba Al-Attar and the American University in Cairo—highlighting the intersection of art, sustainability, and green economy.
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Vision and Dream for Egypt:
My ultimate dream is to see Egypt become God’s paradise on Earth once again—through agriculture, its youth, and its community, reviving the legacy of Prophet Yusuf (Joseph), who understood Egypt’s unique role as a global food security hub, making it the "granary of the world" during ancient famines.
This vision can only be achieved by restoring moral, wise leadership that values Egypt’s heritage and its great people.
May God guide us all toward what is good for Egypt and all humanity, as Prophet Yusuf once did for Egypt and its people.
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Final Word:
Planting fruit trees isn’t merely a farming project—it’s a survival strategy and a beacon of hope. The “Publisher Initiative” firmly believes that Egypt, through its youth and collective will, can lead this sustainable transformation.
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