The Challenges of our Current World Order

The closing speech at the 'Democratic Security in a Time of Extremism and Violence' conference

- The closing speech at the 'Democratic Security in a Time of Extremism and Violence' conference

We have gathered here to discuss one of the most troubling issues of our times, forced upon democratic societies and decent people everywhere by the rampant extremism and the violence and terrorism that it begat. We sought to bring to bear the wisdom of experienced leaders, the judgment of people of political talent who have been recognized and elected by fellow-citizens, and have proven worthy of their trust, and people who have earned the respect of the international community.

It is 2016

- Delivered at the 8th NGIC High-Level meeting, Andorra

Reflections on a Multi-Polar world

ESSAYS FOR OUR TIME

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مؤتمر "نقض أسس التطرف ومقولاته"

- مؤتمر "نقض أسس التطرف ومقولاته"

Onwards! Reinforcing Democracy for the 21st Century

- Democracy for the 21st Century Conference

Closing Remarks

- Building Trust in the Emerging/New World Order, Baku – Global Forum

Thumbnail Sketches

- Building Trust in the Emerging/New World Order, Baku – Global Forum

The Challenge: A Cultural Program to Reject Extremism and Violence

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التحدي رؤية ثقافية لمجابهة التطرف والعنف

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Facing Facts: What’s Wrong with the Current World Order!

- NGIC-CdM meeting in Andorra

We are gathered here today at a critical moment in world history. The world order that had so patiently been erected in the last half century has become unraveled. It is not the end of history as Fukuyama claimed, nor is it the clash of civilizations as Huntington believed… it is much worse.

The Library of Alexandria and the Ongoing Egyptian Revolution

- Remarks Delivered at the Gulbenkian International Prize Ceremony, Lisbon, Portugal

It is a privilege to be with you here in Portugal, in Lisbon and in the Gulbenkian Foundation. I hope that this occasion will mark the beginning of a more extensive collaboration between the Foundation and the Library of Alexandria, and more generally between Egypt and Portugal, a pioneer in managing a successful transition to democracy.

Think Globally, Model Regionally, Act Locally Part 2

Think Globally, Model Regionally,Act Locally PART 1

Europe’s Dark Secret Tired of Democracy, in love with Fascism Part 2

Europe’s Dark Secret Tired of Democracy, in love with Fascism Part 1

Ismail Serageldin's Interview at Al Jazeera Mubasher Misr

An interview with Dr. Serageldin about the religious diversity in Egypt and the Library of Alexandria after the 25 January Revolution at Al Jazeera Mubasher Misr.

Short Essay on the Constitution (Arabic)

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Ismail Serageldin's Interview at OnTV's Akher Kalam

An interview with Dr. Serageldin about the Library of Alexandria after the 25 January Revolution at OnTV's Akher Kalam.

Nelson Mandela Lecture 2011

The Making of Social Justice: Pluralism, Cohesion and Social Participation

- Ninth Annual Nelson Mandela Lecture, Johannesburg

It is a rare privilege to be invited to South Africa, to celebrate the birthday of Nelson Mandela, the man who inspired the world, who liberated his people and perhaps did more than any other man to destroy the venom of racism in the world. Madiba, along with your countless admirers and disciples, I wish you many happy returns.

A Constitution for Our Times "Independence Day"

Ismail Serageldin's Interview at OnTV's Baladna Bel Masry

An interview with Dr. Serageldin about the Library of Alexandria after the 25 January Revolution at OnTV's Baladna Bel Masry.

Opening Speech of Youth : A Revolution of Change

A Lecture about the Egyptian Constitution

Ceremony for the Book "Legal Combating of Terrorism"

Reinventing Relations Between The US, The West and The Muslims.

Heritage Continuity Origins and Preliminaries of Arabic Islamic Heritage

الجلسة الافتتاحية المؤتمر السابع للإصلاح العربي عالم يتشكل من جديد أين دور العرب

Ismail Serageldin's Interview at the Fondation Chirac

An interview with Dr. Serageldin at the Jury Meeting of the Fondation Chirac Prize for Conflict Prevention 2009.

Reflections On Terrorism

Introduction to Economics

The Global Credit Crisis

Closing Session and Press Conference of Japan-Arab Conference

Reporting Session of Japan-Arab Conference

Japan - Arab Dialogue Forum

- Fifth Session, Alexandria, Egypt

The Japan-Arab Dialogue Forum was set up as an informal means to explore ideas and strengthen cooperation between Japan and the Arab world for the benefit of all parties involved. The first meeting of the Japan Arab Dialogue Forum was held in Tokyo in September 2003.

Inventing Our Future: Essays on Freedom, Democracy and Reform in the Arab World. 2nd ed

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We are living in truly historic times. At the dawn of the new millennium, a scientific and technological revolution grips the world and is pushing us all, willy-nilly, into the information age...

Reinventing Egyptian Education

- Conference Closing Summation at the AMIDEAST 50^th Anniversary Celebration, Cairo, Egypt

I am delighted to join you in celebrating the 50th anniversary of AMIDEAST’s activities in Egypt. Half a century where AMIDEAST has helped build bridges between the US and Egypt, even in turbulent times, like the period we are going through right now.

Statement of Thanks

- Bajaj Foundation, Mumbai, India

It is difficult to speak at a moment like this. For any person who believes in human dignity, in human rights, in peace, in non-violence… the name of Mahatma Gandhi shines like the sun… it extinguishes from view all the stars of the firmament. Indeed, it has been rightly said that it is difficult to imagine that such a person walked the earth…

Education for Peace

- Petra, Jordan

The Arab and Muslim worlds are very diverse. Covering a vast expanse that stretches from Morocco to Indonesia and from Central Asia to northern Nigeria, the predominantly Muslim countries show an enormous diversity of local cultures, languages and national histories and experiences.

Japan and the Arab World: A New Strategic Alliance

- Vienna, Austria

Half a world away, half a lifetime ago, President John F. Kennedy spoke of world peace, he said:

“For, in the final analysis, our most basic common link is that we all inhabit this small planet. We all breathe the same air. We all cherish our children’s future. And we are all mortal.”

Partnerships for Peace

- An Address Delivered at the 69^th Meeting of District 2450 of The Rotary International, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

With the eloquent words of HE the first lady still ringing in our ears, and the soaring vista that her vision of a better future has opened for all of us firmly before our eyes, allow me to focus my remarks on the important topic of building partnerships for peace.

The Tides of Change: Reflections on Arab Reform

Inventing our Future: Essays on Freedom, Governance and Reform in the Arab World

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We are living in truly historic times. At the dawn of the new millennium, a scientific and technological revolution grips the world and is pushing us all, willy-nilly, into the information age.

Egyptian Reform: The Time for Action is Now!

At a time when the whole world has put the Arab world under a microscope, and Arab as well as foreign voices are crying for reform, the question is no longer whether reform is needed, but rather how to bring about lasting change.

وثيقة الإسكندرية

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The Transition from War to Peace: A Regional Workshop

- Opening Remarks Delivered at Carter Center

As I join in welcoming you to this workshop, I am most honored to stand beside the foremost peacemaker of our time, President Carter, who has taught us to "wage peace" and eschew war.


Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. (Matthew 5.9)


Mr. President,


The UN charter called for the abolition of the scourge of war, but the machinery of the UN, of the international agencies, was designed to deal with wars between states, but now, most wars tend to be within states. Indeed conflicts exist in about 40 countries worldwide today, many now lasting 10-20 years. As we all know the conflict in Guatemala had been going on for over 30 years.

The New Abolitionists

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The spate of articles about China’s food needs, the increases in the price of wheat, and the concerns of population growth in the poor countries of the world, have converged to shake the world's unwarranted complacency towards the issue of food security. This makes the upcoming food security summit particularly timely. It is indeed important that the world reassess the prospects for achieving food security for all, and abolish the scandal of hunger in a world of plenty, as we enter the third millennium.

There is a Tide

- 28^th AAUG Annual Conference, Washington, D.C

Thank you for giving me the occasion to say these few words. I will not use my time to deliver reams of statistics and technical discussions. Indonesia, the largest Muslim country in the World, must undertake a profound renaissance in the status of Muslim societies around the world. It must play a role in leading the renaissance of the Muslim World as we approach the third millennium of our common era.