Tourism Ministry denies confirming November 4 as opening date for GEM

The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has denied reports claiming that November 4 was officially set as the opening date for the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM).

It explained that the official opening date of the GEM will be announced in due course through official channels.

The ministry urged media outlets to verify the accuracy of published information and to refer to official sources before circulating any news related to this important event, which has received widespread local and international attention.

The Ministry of Tourism announced in a statement that the official opening of GEM, which was scheduled for July 3, has been postponed “Out of the Egyptian state’s national responsibility and its commitment to presenting an exceptional global event in an atmosphere befitting the greatness of Egyptian civilization and its unique heritage, ensuring broad international participation commensurate with the significance of the event.”