The ninth chapter I see no better way to enrich the annual history of Egyptian affairs than by mentioning some important and significant events, which have not been previously recorded. I refer to the departure of Lord Cromer last May, after completing twenty-four years of service to His Majesty the King in this country. This period marks a turning point in the history of modern Egypt, and the events that transpired during that time are worthy of being recorded in the annals of history. It is said here that the work accomplished by Lord Cromer in Egypt was celebrated with a fitting and joyous ceremony, representing the inhabitants of the country at the Opera House in Cairo, Egypt, where Lord Cromer delivered his farewell speech to a gathering of prominent figures from all communities of the Egyptian, European, and British populations. This serves as proof of the strong foundation upon which that work was built, as they all cooperated with him. Lord Cromer and they resolved to preserve the structure they had built under his guidance and administration.

During the summer, the Ottoman army advanced to the western border separating Egypt and the Sudan, establishing a foothold on undisputed Egyptian territory. It appears this was due to a misinterpretation of the orders issued to them from Constantinople, which caused some anxiety and alarmed the Arab tribes residing in those regions. However, government officials from both sides managed to rectify the situation with tact and wisdom, persuading the Ottoman troops to withdraw. They retreated without any incident disturbing the peace. Nevertheless, the Egyptian government seized this opportunity to reassert its authority, stating that the western border of Egypt is a line drawn along the Nile River, which flows into the Mediterranean Sea.