Egypt is celebrating a moment of national pride as Dr Khaled El-Enany has been formally confirmed as the new Director-General of UNESCO, marking a significant milestone for the country and the wider Arab world.
The confirmation was announced on Thursday, 6 November 2025, during the General Conference held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, according to a statement issued by Egypt&rsquo;s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Dr El-Enany becomes the first Egyptian and Arab, and only the second African, to assume the post, underscoring Egypt&rsquo;s growing cultural and diplomatic influence. His election is seen as a testament to the country&rsquo;s standing on the global stage and the direction of its foreign policy under President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi during a critical period for the region and the world.
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The Ministry reported that 172 of the 175 member states endorsed his appointment, signaling broad international confidence in his leadership and long-term vision for UNESCO.
The announcement follows the conclusion of a 30-month nomination campaign. Dr Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates, extended his congratulations to President El-Sisi, the Egyptian people, and Arab and African nations, describing the outcome as &ldquo;a new success added to Egypt&rsquo;s record of achievements on the international stage.&rdquo;
Dr El-Enany&rsquo;s confirmation comes after his earlier victory on 6 October 2025, when he secured 55 of 57 votes from UNESCO&rsquo;s Executive Board, a landmark moment for Egyptian diplomacy and cultural leadership.
Photo Credit: Dr Khaled El-Enany's official page

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