Global Gathering: Nations Unite for Grand Egyptian Museum Opening
The highly anticipated opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is set to be a momentous occasion, drawing an impressive array of international participation. As announced by the official spokesperson for the Presidency of the Republic, Mohamed El-Shenawy, the event will witness the presence of numerous heads of state and world leaders. This reflects the global significance of the GEM and its role in celebrating human cultural and historical achievements.
A Showcase of Global Representation
The inauguration will be attended by a total of 79 official delegations. Notably, 39 of these delegations will be headed by kings, princes, presidents, and heads of government. This large-scale participation underscores the international community’s recognition of the value of Egyptian civilization. The museum is a testament to Egypt’s rich cultural heritage, which has played a pivotal role in shaping the world.
Participating Nations
The following nations will be represented at the Grand Egyptian Museum’s opening:
- Belgium
- Spain
- Denmark
- Jordan
- Bahrain
- Oman
- United Arab Emirates
- Saudi Arabia
- Luxembourg
- Monaco
- Japan
- Thailand
- Djibouti
- Somalia
- Palestine
- Portugal
- Armenia
- Germany
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Albania
- Bulgaria
- Colombia
- Equatorial Guinea
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Ghana
- Eritrea
- The Sovereign Military Order of Malta
In addition to the aforementioned nations, other high-level attendees will include representatives from Greece, Hungary, Netherlands, Kuwait, Lebanon, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Algeria, Qatar, Morocco, Tunisia, Switzerland, Sweden, Finland, Slovakia, Austria, the United Kingdom, France, Vatican City, Malta, Romania, Russia, Ireland, Serbia, Turkey, Italy, Singapore, India, Kyrgyzstan, China, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Zambia, Angola, Côte d’Ivoire, Cameroon, South Africa, Gabon, Chad, Kenya, Rwanda, Togo, Brazil, Canada, and the United States.
Distinguished Attendees
The event will also be graced by the presence of key figures from international organizations, including the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, the Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, the High Representative for the Alliance of Civilizations (representing the United Nations Secretary-General), the President of the Arab Parliament, and the President of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). Furthermore, numerous presidents and representatives from major global corporations will be in attendance.
The opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum is poised to be an extraordinary event, celebrating Egypt’s cultural legacy on a global stage. The presence of such a diverse and distinguished gathering of international leaders and representatives highlights the museum’s significance as a beacon of cultural exchange and historical preservation.
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