The Grand Egyptian Museum's official opening has been delayed once more, now set for the last quarter of 2023, following regional tensions, including the Israel-Iran conflict. Although much of the museum is operational with various galleries open, the highly anticipated Tutankhamen galleries await a high-profile launch. This postponement adds to a long list of delays since the project's announcement in 1992, influenced by political, financial, and pandemic-related challenges. The decision reflects the impact of regional instability on Egypt's cultural showcase and tourism sector.
In light of the current regional developments, it has been decided to postpone the official opening of the Grand Egyptian Museum, announced by the tourism and antiquities ministry.
The museum is mostly open already, with sections such as the conservation studios that have been operating since 2010, and the contemporary programme, which has been running since 2023.
It is yet another delay for the museum, which was first announced as a project in 1992. The reasons are numerous, ranging from political instability to financial setbacks to the Covid pandemic.
Egypt has been severely affected by conflicts in neighboring Gaza and Sudan, with an estimated 1.2 million Sudanese and thousands of Gazans entering the country.
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