Khaled Ahmed El Anani

Khaled Ahmed El Anani is an Egyptian Egyptologist and former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities. He served in this role until 2022, overseeing significant developments in Egypt's cultural heritage and tourism sectors. El Anani has been actively campaigning for his candidacy for the position of Director-General of UNESCO, garnering support from various countries. His election would mark a historic milestone, as he would be the first Arab to hold this position, reflecting Egypt's growing influence in international cultural affairs.