Egypt launches World Youth Forum focusing on ‘Mediterranean Energy’

The third edition of the World Youth Forum is set to kick off in the Egyptian resort of Sharm el-Sheikh on Saturday to mainly discuss the sources of energy in the Mediterranean, food security in Africa, climate change, international security and fighting terrorism.

The four-day forum is expected to be attended by around 7,000 youths representing different countries.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is also expected to participate in the opening session, in addition to an array of Arab and international representatives and young ministers from several countries.