ICESCO Congratulates Egypt’s Khaled El-Anany on Election as UNESCO Chief

Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), extended his heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Khaled El-Anany on his election as Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) for the 2025–2029 term, following his sweeping victory in the historic vote held by the UNESCO Executive Board in Paris.

Dr. AlMalik praised this “historic and honorable” selection, marking the first time an Egyptian and Arab national assumes this distinguished post. He highlighted Dr. El-Anany’s exceptional blend of academic expertise, scientific knowledge, and proven leadership, along with his remarkable achievements in education, culture, heritage preservation, and science — qualities that make him well-suited to lead UNESCO into a new era of creativity and innovation.

The ICESCO chief also expressed full confidence in Dr. El-Anany’s ability to strengthen UNESCO’s global role as a beacon of peace, knowledge, and intercultural understanding, noting that his past accomplishments in safeguarding world heritage will serve as a solid foundation for success in his new international mission.