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Egypt’s Khaled El-Enany named UNESCO chief amid heritage preservation push

A new era for UNESCO begins with a leader steeped in preserving history. Can his vision reshape how the world protects its shared cultural treasures?

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It is the picture of a terrace of some architecture and in the background there are many buildings.

Egypt’s Khaled El-Enany named UNESCO chief amid heritage preservation push

Khaled El-Enany, Egypt's former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, has been elected as the new Director General of UNESCO. This appointment comes as Greece and Egypt continue their collaborative efforts to preserve cultural heritage, notably the ancient Saint Catherine's Monastery at Mount Sinai.

Dr. Elizabeth Prodromou and Thanos Davelis, experts in cultural heritage, have been discussing these developments. They highlight the significance of Khaled El-Enany's election, given his background in preserving Egypt's rich historical sites.

Greece and Egypt have been working together to maintain the status of Saint Catherine's Monastery. This monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world. The two countries' cooperation ensures the preservation of this important cultural and religious site.

With Khaled El-Enany's election as UNESCO's Director General, the international community can expect a strong focus on cultural heritage preservation. His appointment, along with the ongoing collaboration between Greece and Egypt, signals a commitment to protecting and promoting shared cultural treasures like Saint Catherine's Monastery.

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