Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly that the costs for the long-awaited opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum will be covered by the proceeds from promoting the event, with the state not bearing any of its expenses.
During a press conference, the Egyptian Prime Minister explained that the opening budget will be covered by sponsors.
Madbouly added, “The state is working on organizing major events to mark the opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum.”
A Grand boost for tourism
The Egyptian private tourism sector plans to capitalize on the GEM’s opening ceremony for tourism marketing and promotion of Egypt on a larger and wider scale.
It aims to provide further tourism incentives and multiple marketing elements to attract tourists to different tourist cities, in addition to creating exciting entertainment activities for tourists to enjoy throughout the day.
Madbouly back in February revealed that the highly anticipated opening of the GEM will span several days, with government directives aimed at delivering a globally acclaimed celebration that showcases Egypt’s tourism and progress.
There are preparations at the highest level, starting from airports, hotels, and roads, all the way to the celebration venue.
“It is very important that the country appears in its most beautiful image,” Madbouly said.
