Cairo rolled out the red carpet for the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), celebrating its international opening at the foot of the Giza Pyramids.
Egyptian President
Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, accompanied by First Lady Entissar El-Sisi, presided over
the distinguished gathering, reported WAM.
The opening drew 79
official delegations from around the world, including 39 heads of state,
monarchs, and government leaders.
The guest list was a
testament to the museum's significance, featuring prime ministers, ministers,
and representatives from regional and international bodies such as the Arab
League, the African Union, and the United Nations Alliance of Civilisations.
The GEM is now the
largest archaeological museum in the world dedicated to a single civilisation,
housing over 100,000 artifacts spanning thousands of years of Egyptian history.
Its main attraction is
the complete collection of treasures belonging to King Tutankhamun, now
displayed together for the first time in a setting that seamlessly blends
ancient authenticity with modern museum design.
In his address,
President El-Sisi called the museum a powerful, symbolic embodiment of the
Egyptian people’s civilisational journey.
He stressed that Egypt’s heritage has always
been a profound source of inspiration for humanity.
The President affirmed
that the inauguration of this landmark underscores the Egyptian people's
unwavering commitment to building a future founded on knowledge and peace.
The Egyptian Ministry
of Tourism and Antiquities highlighted that this historic opening sends a clear
message of peace and civilisation from Egypt to the world.
It reflects the
country’s vision to integrate culture and heritage into its framework for
sustainable development, solidifying Egypt’s status as a premier global
destination for culture and innovation.