Egypt working round-the-clock for a superb Grand Egyptian Museum opening

Ahram Online , Sunday 1 Jun 2025

Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly affirmed Sunday the ongoing cooperation and coordination among all relevant entities to ensure the successful organisation of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM)'s official opening, scheduled for 3 July.


Grand Egyptian Museum

 

Madbouly's remarks came during his meeting with officials to follow up on the developments in the event's preparations. He noted that weekly meetings will be held to monitor updates and ensure progress on the arrangements.

In addition, Madbouly directed that the celebration highlight the significance of this world-class landmark and reflect the progress that Egypt has achieved and witnessed in several areas and respects. 

According to the Egyptian cabinet, the Egyptian PM said the grand celebration should show the world the significance of Egypt's distinguished history and ancient civilisation.

The participants in the meeting also reviewed the steps taken to send invitations to esteemed guests, including kings, presidents, prime ministers, senior officials, and corporate leaders. They also discussed the list of those who have confirmed their attendance and the coordination status with Egyptian diplomatic missions worldwide regarding the grand event.

Moreover, Madbouly and the officials discussed the logistical arrangements for the guests' arrival and departure, including airports, hotels, and transportation routes to the event venue. They also addressed the event's agenda.

The GEM is located near the newly inaugurated Sphinx International Airport and overlooks the iconic Pyramids of Giza.

The museum, set to become the largest museum worldwide dedicated to a single civilisation—ancient Egypt—spans an impressive 500,000 sqm, twice the area of the Louvre Museum and two and a half times the area of the British Museum.

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