"A Global Icon": Businessman Ali Salem Honors Dr. Hawass on His Birthday

​Prominent businessman Ali Salem extended his warmest congratulations and best wishes to the internationally renowned Egyptian archaeologist, Professor Dr. Zahi Hawass, on his birthday.

Salem expressed his deep appreciation for Dr. Hawass’s illustrious career and exceptional achievements spanning several decades in service of Egyptian heritage. 

Moreover, he emphasized that Dr. Hawass is a global icon who has successfully brought the magic of ancient Egyptian civilization closer to the hearts and minds of millions worldwide, standing tall in defending the Egyptian identity and advocating for the repatriation of smuggled antiquities.

​"Dr. Zahi Hawass is not merely an archaeologist passing through history; rather, he is a pioneering school of thought in excavation, documentation, and promotion," Salem added. "He has left an indelible mark on connecting the world to Egypt's ancient past through his groundbreaking discoveries and prolific humanitarian publications."

​Salem concluded his congratulatory message by wishing Dr. Zahi Hawass abundance of health, well-being, and prosperity, praying that God blesses his life and knowledge so he may continue his passionate journey of uncovering the secrets of the ancestors and training young generations of archaeologists, remaining forever a source of pride for Egypt and its shining face in international forums.