Dr. Ahmed Ghoneim, CEO of the Grand Egyptian Museum
Authority, and Mohamed El Saadi, Board Member of United Media Services and
General Supervisor of the opening ceremony, accompanied the Prime Minister
during the tour.
Dr. Madbouly said the evening visit aimed to ensure full
readiness for the national celebration. He explained that the event will bring
together presidents, prime ministers, and senior officials from many countries.
He added that the celebration reflects the grandeur of the museum and highlights
Egypt’s achievements in all fields. He noted that the opening represents
Egypt’s cultural position on the global stage.
He stated that President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi directed all
concerned authorities to continue coordination to organize a ceremony that
reflects Egypt’s status. He said the event will also promote Egypt’s leadership
in museums and global culture and support tourism promotion.
The Prime Minister reviewed the final preparations for
improving the visual landscape and developing the main roads leading to the
museum. He checked the lighting systems and followed up on the rehearsals for
the artistic and cultural performances.
Madbouly inspected the ongoing preparations inside the
museum and in its exhibition halls. He reviewed the arrangements for receiving
official and international delegations attending the opening.
Dr. Ahmed Ghoneim presented an update on the final stages of
preparation. He explained the plans for welcoming visitors and international
guests.
The tour included inspections of Remaya Square, the
Cairo–Alexandria Desert Road, the Sphinx International Airport area, and the
surroundings of the Grand Egyptian Museum. Officials confirmed that work has
been completed to improve roads and public spaces. They said cleaning,
landscaping, and lighting have been intensified to create a festive and
welcoming atmosphere for Egypt’s guests.
At the end of the tour, the Prime Minister directed the
completion of all final preparations. He confirmed the full readiness of logistical
and organizational arrangements for the highly anticipated opening ceremony.