El-Homsani, Official Spokesman for the Cabinet, said that,
in implementation of the President’s directives, Prime Minister Madbouly
decided that Saturday, November 1, 2025, will be an official paid holiday. The
decision applies to employees in ministries, government agencies, public authorities,
and local administration units. It also covers workers in public sector and
public business sector companies.
He added that the decision aims to facilitate the work of
state authorities in organizing the movements of foreign delegations participating
in the grand celebration of this major national event. He noted that a large
number of kings, heads of state, senior officials, and prominent international
figures are expected to attend.
El-Homsani said that the holiday will also allow Egyptians
to follow the highly anticipated opening ceremony of the GEM, which is
attracting worldwide attention.