Grand Egyptian Museum Opening

President El-Sisi Welcomes Global Leaders and Guests to GEM’s Historic Opening

From the blessed land of Egypt, the cradle of human civilization, I welcome our distinguished guests, the leaders and eminent dignitaries of the world, as we gather together to witness the inauguration of the Grand Egyptian Museum, which contains within its walls the vast treasures of Egypt’s ancient civilization.
It brings together the genius of ancient Egyptians and the creativity of modern Egyptians, enhancing the world culture and art with a new landmark that will attract all those who cherish civilization and knowledge. It shall be a source of pride to every believer in the unity of humanity and in the values of peace, love, and cooperation among nations.
I wish all our guests an enjoyable time in Egypt with the warm embrace of the past and the present.

Mrs. El-Sisi Welcomes Egypt's Esteemed Guests on Occasion of Grand Egyptian Museum Opening

I am pleased to welcome Egypt’s honorable guests. I share with you this moment exemplifying creative aesthetics, power in peace, and identity in an ever lighted civilization.

Sincere thanks & profound appreciation to the devoted hands.

President El-Sisi and First Lady Attend GEM’s Historic Opening with Global Leaders and Guests

President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, and Mrs. Entissar El-Sisi, attended the historic inauguration ceremony of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM). The ceremony was also attended by around eighty delegations representing various world countries, as well as a broad participation from representatives of regional and international organizations, and major international companies.

The President was keen on welcoming the heads of the delegations, including their Majesties, Excellencies, Highnesses, and Honors, participating in the ceremony.

The ceremony began with an artistic performance titled "The World Plays One Melody”. This was followed by a "Laser and Drones" show illustrating the "Orion Belt theory" and the relationship between the construction of the Grand Egyptian Museum and the Pyramids.

Then an artistic segment titled "A Journey of Peace in the Land of Peace”, was presented including an artistic scene about the creativity of Egyptians in construction, starting from the building of the Step Pyramid of Djoser up to modern-era construction. Attendees then listened to a Coptic hymn and Sufi chanting, followed by another drone show displaying the phrase "Civilizations Flourish in Time of Peace."

President El-Sisi delivered a speech on the occasion of the inauguration of the Grand Egyptian Museum. The President then proceeded to the location of the model of the Grand Egyptian Museum, and placed the final piece in the name of Egypt to complete the model, marking the official opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum.

This coincided with the announcement that all Kings, Presidents, and Princes of sisterly and friendly countries had received a miniature model of the Museum, along with a piece bearing the name of their country. This was followed by a narration of the story of the Grand Egyptian Museum, and then a musical performance titled "King Ramses II” about the submerged antiquities of Alexandria, the Grand Staircase show, a display of the Grand Egyptian Museum's collections, and the Nile show, which highlighted the profound interconnectedness between the Nile and the people.

The celebration concluded with shows featuring the Khufu Boat "Solar Boat" and King "Tutankhamun," which highlighted the role of the young boy, Hussein Abdel Rassoul, in the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb. The final act was a closing show using lighting, fireworks, and laser displays, and a tour of the Grand Staircase and the Tutankhamun Hall.

President El-Sisi’s Speech at the Opening Ceremony of The Grand Egyptian Museum

"In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful"

 Praise be to Allah, Lord of the Worlds

Ladies and gentlemen, 

Your Majesties, Excellencies, and Highnesses

Egypt’s honorable guests, 

The great people of Egypt,

May Allah’s peace and blessings be upon you 

I commence my address by welcoming you all to the land of Egypt, the most ancient state known to history.

It is here that civilization traced its very first letters, and where the world witnessed the dawn of thought, writing, art, and faith. 

From the shores of the Nile, Ancient Egypt bestowed its inspiration upon the peoples of the world. The luminance of wisdom radiated forth, brilliantly casting their light upon the path of civilization and human progress.

This stands as an eternal declaration: that the great edifices of civilization are only built during eras of peace, and thrive through a collaborative spirit shared by all peoples.

And today, as we gather to celebrate the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum, we are inscribing a new chapter in the annals of both the present and the future in the enduring story of this ancient nation.

For this is the world’s largest museum dedicated to a single civilization: the Civilization of Egypt, whose brilliance is eternal and whose splendor shall never fade.

This majestic edifice is not merely a repository for precious antiquities; it is, rather, a living testament to the genius of the Egyptian people; the same genius that raised the Pyramids and carved upon temple walls the saga of eternity. This testament narrates for generations the story of a nation whose roots are profoundly anchored in the depths of human history, and whose branches continue to shade its present, ensuring its enduring contribution to the service of humanity.

Esteemed guests,

This achievement, which we are all honored to inaugurate today, is the culmination of extensive international collaboration with a multitude of global companies and institutions. We must also acknowledge the substantial support rendered by our friendly nation, Japan, whose support was instrumental to this colossal civilizational project.

I also express my deepest appreciation for the devoted efforts and sincere commitment demonstrated over the past years by our sons and daughters, the officials, engineers, researchers, archaeologists, technicians, and laborers, who dedicated their efforts to achieving this magnificent historical mission.

Ladies and gentlemen,

The Grand Egyptian Museum stands as a living embodiment of a people who have inhabited the land of the Nile since the very dawn of history. Thus, the Egyptian has always been, and remains, diligent, resilient, and generous, a builder of civilizations, a maker of glory, and a soul fiercely proud of his homeland, always carrying the banner of knowledge and acting as a messenger of peace.

Throughout the ages, Egypt has stood as an unwavering oasis of stability, a confluence of diverse cultures, and a perpetual guardian of human heritage.

Concluding my words, once again, I welcome you all in your second home, Egypt, the land of Civilization and History, the land of Peace and Love. I invite you to enjoy this magnificent celebration, and to ensure that this Museum becomes a truly global forum for dialogue, a primary destination for knowledge, a sanctuary for humanity, and a beacon for all who cherish life and believe in the value of the human spirit.

Long Live Egypt, Long Live Humanity.

Thank you.

May Allah’s peace and blessings be upon you all.