Director of Cervantes Institutes in Cairo, Alexandria: Egypt is a global focal point

CAIRO – 22 June 2021: Director of the Cervantes Institutes in Egypt (Spanish Cultural Center), Luis Javier Ruiz, stressed that Egypt represents a focal point at the global level and for Spain in particular, noting that the Egyptian culture is rich and very important at the international level.

He added - in statements to the Middle East News Agency - that Egypt possesses a unique global heritage, history, civilization and archaeological sites, stressing that Egypt is also a hub for Arab culture.

Ruiz referred to the Pharaohs’ Golden Parade, saying: "I was fascinated by what I saw, and I had the honor to attend this global event. What happened was impressive, as it was an incredible show that inspired the whole world, and it was a global procession of kings moving in an immortal scene of history.”

He pointed out that there are many commonalities between the Egyptian and Spanish people, including the facial features and culture, adding, "It is difficult to differentiate between the Egyptians and the Spanish, as they are similar."

Also, Ruiz noted that the Alexandrian audience has a special taste for arts, culture and theater, adding that there is a distinguished cooperation with Sayed Darwish Theatre, describing it as one of the most beautiful places he has ever seen.

He explained that several events and a special program are scheduled to be held in Alexandria, especially after the entire consulate building became dedicated to the activities of the Institute.

He pointed out that the Reading Club competition is scheduled to be held in the library of the Cervantes Institute in Alexandria, in order to encourage the students to read and to present Spanish books in a new way.