Egypt celebrated the grand opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum, one of the world’s most prominent cultural and civilizational landmarks, with the attendance of several ministers, senior officials, and representatives of local and international media, alongside official delegations from various countries. The global event underscored Egypt’s position as a center of human civilization throughout history, Invest-Gate reports.
During a press conference held as part of the opening celebrations, Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly stated that the inauguration of the Grand Egyptian Museum marks an exceptional event in Egypt’s modern history. He noted that the project is “a gift from Egypt to the world,” reflecting the nation’s progress in culture, heritage, and tourism. Madbouly added that this global landmark fulfills a long-awaited dream spanning more than two decades, becoming a tangible reality that connects Egypt’s glorious past with its modern present.
The official ceremony began with a speech by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, who welcomed Egypt’s guests from around the world. The president emphasized that this opening represents “a new chapter in the story of our present and future, and a message affirming the enduring contribution of Egyptian civilization to humanity.” He added, “This magnificent landmark is not merely a place to preserve priceless antiquities—it stands as living proof of the genius of the Egyptian people who built the pyramids and carved on stone the story of eternity. It tells future generations the tale of a nation whose roots reach deep into human history, and whose branches continue to shape its present and enrich humanity.”
The opening ceremony witnessed broad international participation, with 79 official delegations from around the world in attendance, including 39 delegations led by kings, princes, and heads of state and government—a testament to the museum’s global stature as the largest archaeological museum dedicated to a single civilization. Egypt had extended formal invitations to several leaders and public figures, including King Philippe of Belgium, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, and a number of heads of international organizations.
It is worth noting that the Grand Egyptian Museum is a national project that has been under development for more than twenty years. Built on an area of nearly half a million sqm near the Giza Pyramids, the museum serves as a new gateway to ancient Egyptian civilization—a unique global destination that combines heritage with modernity.