PM Congratulates Khaled El-Anany on Election as UNESCO Director-General

Egyptian Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly extended his heartfelt congratulations to Egypt’s candidate, Dr. Khaled El-Anany, on his election as the new Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The announcement came following a vote by the organization’s Executive Board held at its headquarters in Paris on Saturday evening.

Dr. Madbouly described the victory as a historic milestone for Egypt, calling it another testament to the nation’s growing presence and influence within the international community. He praised the election result as a reflection of broad global trust in Egyptian expertise, and in the ability of national figures to make meaningful contributions at the regional and international levels.

In his official statement, the Prime Minister expressed his sincere wishes to Dr. El-Anany for success in his new post, highlighting his distinguished national career and commitment to public service. Dr. Madbouly noted that El-Anany has always served with integrity, vision, and dedication, most recently in his role as Egypt’s Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, where he achieved visible progress and left a lasting legacy.

The Prime Minister affirmed his full confidence that Dr. El-Anany’s leadership at UNESCO would represent a turning point for the organization, contributing to the protection of global heritage and advancing the goals of sustainable development. He said that El-Anany’s new position offers an opportunity to strengthen human-centered approaches to education, culture, and science, ensuring inclusive access to knowledge, and supporting creativity and cultural awareness around the world.