Egypt's Emigration min., 50 Egyptian youths visit GEM

CAIRO - 31 August 2023: Minister of State for Emigration and Expatriate's Affairs Ambassador Soha Gendi on Thursday visited the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) accompanied by 50 Egyptian youths, who are members of the Ministry of Emigration Dialogue Center for Egyptians Studying Abroad (MEDCE).

The visit falls within the framework of Ministry of Emigration's strategy to give first hand information to Egyptians' abroad about State achievements regarding preserving the heritage and civilization.

The minister asserted state's keenness on maintaining its heritage and preserve its antiquities through setting up a number of modern museums, including the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization, GEM and other international museums.

The Ministry of Emigration Dialogue Center for Egyptians Studying Abroad (MEDCE) is an initiative aimed at strengthening the ties between Egyptians living abroad—particularly students—and their home country. The program often hosts various events, workshops, and study programs to foster a sense of belonging and to help these students stay updated with developments back home. The idea is to build a constructive dialogue and create a network among young Egyptians studying in various parts of the world.

Minister of State for Emigration and Expatriate's Affairs, Ambassador Soha Gendi, is a key figure in shaping emigration policies and fostering relationships with the Egyptian diaspora. Her visit to the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) along with 50 Egyptian youths from MEDCE is likely a cultural enrichment exercise. It could be part of a broader effort to educate these young individuals about their heritage, thereby deepening their connection to Egypt.

The Grand Egyptian Museum is a significant cultural landmark, located near the Giza Pyramids. Still under construction but partially opened, the museum is set to be the largest archaeological museum in the world. It aims to house over 100,000 artifacts and offer an immersive experience into Egypt's rich history and culture. Visits to such landmarks not only serve as an educational experience but are also a way to instill pride and a sense of identity among young Egyptians living abroad.

Such initiatives are especially important in the context of increasing globalization, where national identities can sometimes be diluted. The MEDCE, under the stewardship of Ambassador Soha Gendi, appears to be making a concerted effort to keep the cultural and national identity of young Egyptians intact, no matter where they are in the world.