Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, represented by the National Museum of Egyptian Civilisation (NMEC), participated in the Museums Summit 2025 held at Hong Kong’s Convention and Exhibition Centre, in partnership with the Guimet Museum – France’s National Museum of Asian Arts.
Themed “Reaching New Horizons,” the summit marks Egypt’s first-ever appearance there, highlighting the country’s commitment to cultural heritage and innovation in the museum sector.
Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Sherif Fathy, stressed the significance of Egypt’s participation in the summit, as a key move to cement the country’s leading role in preserving global cultural heritage. He also affirmed Egypt’s dedication to advancing a sustainable and impactful museum sector on an international scale, according to a ministry statement.
Tayeb Abbas, NMEC’s Executive Director, shed light on the summit’s key themes, which included capacity building, risk management for museums in the 21st century, harnessing technological advancements, promoting sustainable practices, fostering societal well-being, and driving economic benefits.
Fayrouz Fekry, NMEC’s Deputy Executive Director, took the stage during the summit’s opening session to showcase NMEC’s innovative role in revitalizing cultural tourism.
Fekry highlighted how the museum has become a standout destination offering visitors a unique, interactive experience while promoting sustainable tourism through modern educational and recreational programs that celebrate Egypt’s rich heritage. She also emphasised that such efforts contributedsignificantly to economic growth and bolster industries linked to the tourism sector.
Fekry highlighted the museum’s focus on developing the skills of professionals in archaeology and museology.
The NMEC plays a vital role in raising cultural and environmental awareness by hosting workshops, lectures, and activities catering to diverse age groups, she said.
The Museums Summit 2025 concluded with several forward-looking recommendations, including the importance of international collaboration on museum initiatives, the need for innovative heritage preservation strategies, and integrating technology into exhibitions. The summit also emphasised forging stronger connections between culture and tourism to ensure long-term sustainability.
An internationally significant event in the museum world, the summit facilitated cultural dialogue and collaboration among museums worldwide. This year’s fourth edition welcomed over 30 distinguished experts and leaders from 17 nations. For the first time, Egypt, Hungary, Norway, Qatar, and Turkey joined the roster of participating countries – a testament to the growing global commitment to cultural cooperation and heritage preservation.
Egypt’s debut at the Museums Summit 2025 reinforces its vision of pioneering efforts to protect and celebrate cultural heritage while inspiring sustainable innovation in the global museum landscape.
