Soft Open of the Grand Egyptian Museum

I'm thrilled to witness the soft opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum, a project that began in 2002 with Farouk Hosni and myself. Although not a full grand opening due to the situation in the Middle East, visitors will be greeted by the iconic statue of Ramses II and other incredible artifacts, including statues of kings, queens, and officials, along the grand staircase. The museum currently showcases 13,400 pieces from ancient Egypt, spanning from 700,000 BC to 394 AD. Once peace returns to the region, the grand opening will unveil King Tutankhamun's treasures in a spectacular display. This museum is truly a landmark of global cultural significance!