Elham AboulFateh, writer and Managing Editor of Al Akhbar newspaper and head of the Sada El-Balad channels network joined a distinguished gathering of prominent figures at the wedding celebration of Karim Hawass, son of renowned Egyptian archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass.
The event, held on Tuesday evening at a prestigious Cairo hotel, brought together influential personalities from the worlds of politics, business, media, and the arts to share in the joyous occasion.
Among the attendees was Mohamed Abou El Enein, Deputy Speaker of the Egyptian Parliament, alongside Eng. Mohsen Salah, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Arab Contractors Club. The guest list also included a host of current and former ministers, parliament members, diplomats, and cultural leaders, reflecting the significance of the evening.
The celebration was further elevated by the presence of high-profile political figures such as former Prime Minister Ibrahim Mahlab, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, and former Foreign Ministers Sameh Shoukry and Mohamed El-Oraby.
Key leaders in the fields of tourism and antiquities also attended, including Khaled El-Enany, Sherif Fathi, and Hisham Zaazou. Representing the archaeological community were Ahmed Ghoneim, head of the Grand Egyptian Museum, and Mustafa Waziri, former Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities.
Adding to the international dimension, ambassadors from the United States, Qatar, Oman, Italy, the Netherlands, France, Cyprus, Turkey, and Sweden were present, highlighting the global connections of Dr. Hawass and his family. Prominent business leaders, such as Salah Diab and engineer Ali Salem, further enriched the occasion, along with influential media personalities.
The arts and entertainment industry made a dazzling appearance, with iconic stars including Yousra, Hussein Fahmy, Laila Elwi, Elham Shaheen, and Khaled El Nabawy gracing the event. Media icon Bossi Shalaby and acclaimed director Enas El Degheidy added further glamour to the evening.
Translated by Hassanain Tayea