National loyalty and Egyptian national security (Available in English) - (Disponible en Français)

Document Type : Refereed academic research and articles

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Advisor to the leadership of the Military Academy for Postgraduate and Strategic Studies, Former Governor of Ismailia

Abstract

Belonging, citizenship and loyalty are intertwined concepts and are affected by each other. Therefore, there is an interconnection between belonging to a group or society and citizenship, which represents the amount of commitment in the relationship with the homeland through a set of rights and duties. As for loyalty, it is the most profound relationship and shows the amount of dedication and sacrifice for the sake of the homeland while adhering to the laws of the state and the values of society.
National loyalty is defined as a psychological, social and behavioral feeling that motivates the individual to do things related to the interests of the group or the nation. It has a cognitive aspect represented by the individual’s awareness of and  the nation and exalt its status and protect its capabilities and values, whether religious, civilizational or cultural, and to strive Always participate positively in all political.
The process of raising the level of Egyptian national loyalty faces a set of challenges in various fields, which in turn affect the achievement of national security requirements. These challenges differ accord, whether political, economic, or social. Therefore, it was necessary to shed light on these challenges .

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