Egyptian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Visits Istanbul

We gathered with press colleagues at EMITT 2025 for a press meeting with Egypt’s Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Sherif Fathy, Ambassador Amr El-Hamami, and Tourism Authority CEO Amr El-Kady.

The Grand Egyptian Museum’s opening and the rise of wellness tourism are positioning Egypt as a top destination for 2025.
Tourist arrivals to Egypt increased by 6% in 2024, while the number of Turkish visitors surged by 70%. A further 30% increase is expected in 2025.