Cairo: Egypt's ancient civilization, for more than 7,000 years, has continued to reveal its secrets and captivate the world with its achievements, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Rania el Mashat wrote in an article for MENA. With the inauguration of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) on November 1, Egypt presents to the world the largest museum dedicated to its civilization, a monumental gift that stands as new testimony to the genius of the ancient Egyptians, blending the authenticity of the past with the spirit of progress and development in modern Egypt, Mashat added.

According to State Information Service Egypt, GEM is a comprehensive cultural landmark housing eternal evidence of the ancient Egyptians' civilization, culture, and scientific legacy that shaped human life and continues to inspire knowledge seekers and researchers from across the globe, she asserted. In the article, Mashat extended profound gratitude to President Abdel Fattah El Sisi, whose strong will and visionary leadership have propelled Egypt into a new era of unprecedented development across all sectors.