Dr. Mohamed Fayez Farahat, Chairman of Al-Ahram Foundation, and Ms. Nivine Kamel, Editor-in-Chief of Al-Ahram Hebdo, warmly welcomed distinguished guests, including former Prime Minister Ibrahim Mahlab, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Legal Communication Mahmoud Fawzy, Minister of Planning and Economic Development Rania Al-Mashat, and Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk. The celebration also brought together Abdel-Sadek El-Shourbagy, Chairman of the National Press Authority, Dr Khaled Abdel Aziz, Chairman of the Supreme Council for Media Regulation, journalist Khaled Balshi, Head of Egypt's Journalists Syndicate, French Ambassador Eric Chevallier, and a host of public intellectuals, diplomats, and cultural leaders.  

Al-Ahram Hebdo's former Editors-in-Chief, including Mohamed Salmawy, Dr. Hisham Murad, and Fouad Mansour, attended the ceremony alongside editorial team members.  

The event featured an exhibition celebrating Al-Ahram Hebdo's 30-year journey with an extensive display of iconic commemorative editions. During her address, Ms. Nivine Kamel acknowledged the publication's achievements over the years and praised the launch of its electronic platform—a digital advancement supported by the National Press Authority that has proven highly successful. She expressed gratitude to the entire editorial team and emphasized that the paper's success stems from its "family spirit." 

Dr. Mohamed Fayez Farhat thanked Prime Minister Madbouly for his support and Abdel-Sadek El-Shourbagy for his unwavering efforts in advancing the paper. He noted that the newspaper serves as a vital bridge for Egypt's image abroad while upholding the vision of Egypt's new governance under President El-Sisi.  

Abdel-Sadek El-Shourbagy praised the newspaper for establishing a strong regional and global presence while promoting neutrality and professionalism. He commended its technological advancements, particularly its electronic portal.  

French Ambassador Eric Chevallier expressed pride in Hebdo's role in promoting Francophone culture, noting that Egypt hosts over three million Francophones and that the newspaper is an ambassador for French culture.  

Minister Mahmoud Fawzy lauded the media's significance as a "soft power" tool and emphasized the role of journalism in promoting transparency and unity.  

Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk commended the publication's 30-year journey and noted its editorial team's professionalism and dedication to excellence.  

Minister Rania Al-Mashat also extended her congratulations, emphasizing that the paper's longevity reflects perseverance and consistent effort.  

Former Prime Minister Ibrahim Mahlab called Al-Ahram Hebdo a success story, praising its credibility and role in addressing the Francophone community.  

Writer Mohamed Salmawy, the founder and first Al-Ahram Hebdo editor-in-chief, emphasized that the paper has never merely mirrored Egypt's political positions but offered a realistic portrayal of Egypt to the global community. 

Actor Khaled Nabawy expressed his appreciation for Al-Ahram's role in shaping his personal and intellectual development throughout his career.  

The event concluded with a ceremony honouring government officials, former editors, Olympic athletes, and other cultural figures. An exceptional musical performance by Dalia Abdel-Salam added a celebratory conclusion to the festivities.