Egypt launches 32nd International Quran Competition with participants from over 70 countries
Egypt on Saturday inaugurated the 32nd edition of the International Holy Quran Competition, held under the patronage of President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi and named this year after renowned Egyptian reciter Sheikh El-Shahat Mohamed Anwar, one of the country’s most distinguished
US Embassy marks 70th anniversary of American Center Cairo
US Ambassador to Egypt Herro Mustafa Garg has marked the 70th anniversary of the American Center Cairo (ACC) and officially launched America250, a year-long commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the United States’ independence. The ACC, established in 1955, has
Opinion | From Germany’s Past to Egypt’s Future
Of all the countries I have visited around the world, Germany remains the most capable of unsettling the mind and awakening difficult questions. History there does not hide in books; it walks in the streets, carved into museum walls and
Sala Thai marks 34 years in Cairo with new honour, launch of Sala Thai Mart
The Royal Thai Embassy in Cairo hosted a dual celebration last Sunday at the renowned Sala Thai restaurant, marking two milestones in one day. The event featured the formal renewal of the prestigious “Thai SELECT” Quality Certification, followed by the
Grand Egyptian Museum to boost tourism, help attract 30 million visitors by 2030: Al-Mashat
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is a strong addition to cultural tourism in Egypt and will help the country achieve its goal of attracting 30 million tourists by 2030, Minister of Planning Rania Al-Mashat has said. In an interview with
Grand Egyptian Museum shines with solar power
As Egypt celebrates the long-awaited opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), the largest archaeological museum of a single civilization in the world, the landmark is also ushering in a new era of sustainability. With support from the United Nations
Gold, silver commemorative coins to be issued at Grand Egyptian Museum: Finance minister
Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk announced that gold and silver commemorative coins will be available for purchase at the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) starting next week. He noted that the ministry is fully prepared to issue a number of exclusive
EGP 519m invested to upgrade roads, infrastructure around Grand Egyptian Museum: Minister
Minister of Local Development and Acting Minister of Environment Manal Awad received a report detailing the ministry’s recent efforts to upgrade and beautify the areas surrounding the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). Awad affirmed that developing the museum’s surrounding zone is
A New Dawn for Ancient Wonders: Grand Egyptian Museum Opens Its Doors
The Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), an architectural marvel nestled on the Giza Plateau, officially opened its doors following an impressive ceremony led by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi. Located just two kilometres from the Great Pyramid of Giza, also known
Cairo set to open Grand Egyptian Museum – world’s largest showcase of ancient heritage
After more than two decades of planning and construction, Egypt is preparing to inaugurate the Grand Egyptian Museum – the world’s largest archaeological museum – in an international celebration scheduled for 1 November. The event, expected to draw world leaders