The Supreme Committee for Organizing Cultural and Artistic Festivals and Celebrations has discussed several developments concerning Egypt’s cultural and artistic events in the coming period.
The meeting resulted in decisions concerning the return of previously suspended festivals, as well as plans to introduce new digital services for visitors to the Cairo International Book Fair.
Among the key decisions was the return of the Alexandria Film Festival under the supervision of the Ministry of Culture until the situation of the Writers and Artists Association is stabilized.
Alexandria Film Festival to Return Under Ministry of Culture
The Supreme Committee decided to bring back the Alexandria Film Festival under the Ministry of Culture’s supervision.
The arrangement will remain in place until the situation of the Writers and Artists Association becomes stable, with the aim of ensuring that the festival continues rather than suspending its activities.
The Alexandria Film Festival is among the cultural events connected to Egypt’s film and cultural scene, bringing together film screenings and activities related to cinema.
Discussions on the Return of Port Said and Aswan Festivals
The committee also discussed plans to revive several festivals that had been suspended during the previous period.
The festivals mentioned included those held in Port Said, Ain Sokhna, Aswan, Luxor and Ismailia.
The discussions are part of broader efforts to restore cultural and artistic events to the national festival calendar, while examining organizational and support mechanisms for their return.
Cairo International Book Fair Enters a Digital Phase
The meetings also addressed preparations for the upcoming edition of the Cairo International Book Fair, with plans to improve the visitor experience through a dedicated electronic application.
The planned application will allow visitors to access ticket prices and information about different events, while also making ticket reservations easier.
The initiative reflects an effort to use technology to simplify access to information and services associated with the book fair.
Government Support and Digital Development
The committee also discussed government support for the upcoming edition of the Cairo International Book Fair and plans to strengthen the event through modern digital and technological solutions.
The goal is to improve the visitor experience, simplify access to events and services, and keep the fair aligned with technological developments seen across international book fairs and cultural events.
Cultural and Artistic Plans Under Discussion
The decisions followed meetings of the Supreme Committee of the Cairo International Book Fair and the Supreme Committee for Organizing Cultural and Artistic Festivals and Celebrations.
The meetings were chaired by Dr. Abdel Aziz Konsowa, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research and acting Minister of Culture, at the Supreme Council of Culture.
The committees discussed several cultural and artistic files and plans for the coming period, including mechanisms for developing festivals, strengthening their presence and expanding the use of digital solutions in organizing cultural events.
What is the new decision regarding the Alexandria Film Festival?
The festival will return under the supervision of the Ministry of Culture until the Writers and Artists Association’s situation stabilizes.
Which festivals are being considered for a return?
The discussions include festivals in Port Said, Ain Sokhna, Aswan, Luxor and Ismailia.
What will the Cairo Book Fair application offer?
It is expected to provide ticket prices, event information and easier ticket reservations.
