The Grand Egyptian Museum is a symbol of human heritage and
international cooperation, developed through a strategic partnership between
Egypt and global partners from across continents.
The museum will play a major role in revitalizing tourism
activity in Egypt, particularly cultural tourism, while enhancing the overall
tourism product by attracting new segments of visitors, especially from Europe.
Cooperation between Egypt and a group of governments and
international institutions has been a fundamental pillar in transforming the
idea into a tangible reality. From Japan, which contributed technical expertise
and concessional financing through the Japan International Cooperation Agency
(JICA), to the World Bank’s support for environmental sustainability standards,
and UNESCO’s supervision of heritage preservation. Each entity provided a vital
component within a comprehensive and integrated framework.
This cooperation extended beyond funding and technology. It
also encompassed training, knowledge exchange, and long-term strategic
planning.
Japan has been a key partner in the museum’s success,
providing advanced laboratories and state-of-the-art equipment for artifact
restoration through JICA. According to Japan's Kyodo News Agency in 2024, the
Grand Egyptian Museum represents an advanced model for integrating Japanese
technology with Egyptian heritage, as modern equipment has helped protect
thousands of artifacts from the effects of time and the environment.
The museum’s opening comes as Egypt aims to exceed 18
million tourist arrivals by the end of this year, compared to 15.7 million last
year. Growth was previously modest due to geopolitical tensions in the region
following the two-year war on Gaza, but now greater opportunities are emerging
to boost tourism growth.
The World Tourism Organization announced in 2025 that the
Grand Egyptian Museum will be a cornerstone for promoting cultural tourism in
Egypt, revitalizing the economy, and attracting millions of visitors annually.