Egypt has postponed the official inauguration of the Grand Egyptian Museum to the fourth quarter of 2025, citing ongoing regional tensions, its tourism ministry said in a statement Saturday. The museum's opening, initially scheduled for July 3, will be rescheduled in coordination with relevant authorities to ensure an international event that reflects Egypt's cultural and tourism standing on the global stage. "The decision stems from Egypt's national responsibility and its commitment to delivering an exceptional global event in a setting that honours the grandeur of its ancient civilisation," the ministry said. The country hopes to ensure wide international participation at the launch, which is expected to be a major cultural milestone and tourism driver. Despite the delay, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) will continue to operate under its current soft-opening phase and remain open to visitors until the new inauguration date is confirmed. Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English
