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Cairo – Mongolian Ambassador to Egypt H.E. Dr. D. Byambadorj met with Dr. Ahmed Ghoneim, CEO of the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), in Cairo on August 26, 2026, to discuss prospects for strengthening museum relations and developing cultural cooperation between Mongolia and Egypt.
The meeting focused on a number of potential areas of cooperation, including museum management, the preservation and conservation of museum collections, restoration, museology and museum studies, professional training, and the possibility of organizing exhibitions and exchanging expertise between museums in the two countries.
Both sides emphasized the importance of strengthening communication between museum specialists and creating opportunities for the exchange of professional knowledge and experience. Such cooperation could contribute to developing new forms of cultural and scientific partnership between Mongolia and Egypt.
The two sides agreed to organize an online meeting between museum specialists from Mongolia and Egypt in the near future. The meeting will aim to identify potential areas of cooperation in greater detail and establish priorities and practical steps for implementing future joint activities.
The Grand Egyptian Museum is one of Egypt’s major cultural and heritage projects and one of the world’s most significant museums dedicated to the history and heritage of a single civilization. The museum was officially inaugurated on November 1, 2025, and occupies a total area of approximately 500,000 square meters.
The museum presents the history and cultural heritage of ancient Egypt across a broad chronological span, from prehistoric times to the modern era, with a collection of more than 100,000 artifacts.
Beyond displaying Egypt’s archaeological heritage to visitors, the Grand Egyptian Museum also plays an important role in research, conservation, restoration, and the preservation of cultural heritage. Its specialized restoration and conservation facilities support an integrated approach combining exhibition, research, scientific study, restoration, and heritage preservation.
Potential cooperation between Egyptian and Mongolian museums could provide valuable opportunities for exchanging expertise in museum management and heritage preservation. It could also pave the way for joint exhibitions, professional training programs, academic exchanges, and specialized meetings aimed at introducing the rich cultural heritage of both Egypt and Mongolia to wider audiences.
The meeting comes amid growing cultural dialogue between Egypt and Mongolia and reflects a shared interest in expanding bilateral cooperation beyond traditional cultural exchange toward institutional partnerships in museums, heritage, research, and professional development.
