In a bid to strengthen ties with Egyptians living abroad, Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a virtual cultural salon featuring world-famous archaeologist and former Minister of Antiquities Zahi Hawass.
The event, the second in a series launched by Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, was moderated by Ambassador Nabil Habshi, Deputy Minister for Emigration and Egyptians Abroad Affairs.
It aimed to connect the global Egyptian diaspora with the latest developments in the country’s rich cultural and archaeological heritage.
Ambassador Habshi emphasized that Egyptians overseas serve as cultural ambassadors, embodying Egypt’s millennia-old civilization. He highlighted Hawass’s expertise as key to showcasing one of humanity’s oldest and most enduring civilizations.
Hawass expressed his enthusiasm for engaging with Egyptian communities worldwide through this new platform, stressing that every Egyptian has the right to take pride in their ancient heritage.
During the session, Hawass discussed the grandeur of ancient Egyptian civilization, his personal involvement in major discoveries, and ongoing explorations inside the Great Pyramid of Giza. He teased potential new revelations from current scans and robotic investigations, aligning with his recent announcements of a significant pyramid discovery expected in 2026 that could “rewrite history.”
He also addressed the global impact of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), which officially opened in November 2025 near the Giza Pyramids. The museum houses over 100,000 artifacts, including the complete collection of treasures from King Tutankhamun – displayed together for the first time.
Participants from Egyptian communities abroad actively engaged, posing questions on recent archaeological finds, efforts to repatriate smuggled artifacts, and sustaining tourism momentum following the GEM’s acclaimed opening.
The session was live-streamed on the ministry’s official Facebook page, reaching large audiences worldwide.
