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Interview with Dr. Sameh Saad on the Grand Egyptian Museum Opening

The video features a telephone interview with Dr. Sameh Saad, former adviser to the former Egyptian minister of tourism, discussing the upcoming grand opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) scheduled for November 1, 2025.

Preparations and Infrastructure

Dr. Saad highlights the extensive preparations underway for the event, including significant improvements in infrastructure such as:

Roads
Hotels
Surrounding areas, including Romea Square and Alexandria Desert Road

He praises the hands-on involvement of the Prime Minister, who personally inspected the site both day and night to ensure readiness.

Significance of the Event

The inauguration is a major event expected to host numerous world leaders, presidents, princes, and dignitaries invited by President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. Dr. Saad anticipates:

High attendance from international delegations
Global exposure for Egypt

He also commends the event management company responsible for previous major cultural events, expressing confidence that this inauguration will surpass prior successes.

Media Coverage and Tourism Impact

Dr. Saad is optimistic about the global attention the event will receive through both official and social media channels. He notes that the museum management has decided to extend visiting hours beyond typical Egyptian museum times, which is expected to:

Accommodate more visitors
Boost tourism

Broader Tourism Trends in Egypt

Connecting the GEM inauguration to a wider positive trend in Egypt’s tourism sector, Dr. Saad references a recent high-profile event in Sharm El-Sheikh that resulted in a 20-25% increase in travel bookings. He attributes this growth to improved political stability and expects the GEM opening to: