Khaled El-Enany
Dr. Khaled El-Enany is an esteemed Egyptian scholar and politician known for his role as a former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities in Egypt. He is currently the African Union's endorsed candidate for the position of Director-General of UNESCO, with a vision that emphasizes the importance of education, culture, and science in fostering sustainable peace and cooperation among nations. Fluent in Arabic, English, and French, Dr. El-Enany has dedicated himself to engaging with diverse communities to better understand and address UNESCO's challenges, advocating for transparency, inclusivity, and a strong commitment to cultural heritage. His candidacy aims to transform UNESCO into a more effective and equitable organization that serves all member states, promoting intercultural dialogue and the advancement of education globally.
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Khaled El-Enany is the Director-General of UNESCO who emphasized the importance of freedom of expression for lasting peace.
Liberté d’expression en péril : les journalistes face à une décennie de menaces et d’autocensure | Gabonreview.com
Gabon· 2025-12-16Khaled El-Enany is the Director General of UNESCO who met with the Captains Regent of San Marino.
La Reggenza incontra a Parigi il nuovo Direttore Generale Unesco El-Enany
San Marino· 2025-11-28
Khaled El-Enany is the newly elected Director-General of UNESCO who will meet with the Captains Regent.
I Capitani Reggenti in visita ufficiale a Parigi e in BelgioSan Marino· 2025-11-27
Khaled El-Enany was elected as the Director-General of UNESCO, succeeding Audrey Azoulay.
L’Egyptien Khaled El-Enany élu à la direction de l’Unesco
France· 2025-10-06
Khaled El-Enany is a former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities of Egypt from 2016 to 2022 and is a leading candidate for the UNESCO director-general position.
A l’Unesco, la rude bataille de deux candidats africains pour la directionFrance· 2025-10-05
Khaled El-Enany is the candidate from Egypt for the UNESCO position.
Unesco : le Gabon soutient (aussi) la candidature du Congolais Firmin Matoko | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2025-07-29
Dr Khaled El-Enany is a former Egyptian Minister of Tourism who was supported for the UNESCO director-general position.
Dr Badr Abdelaty, envoyé spécial du président égyptien: « L’Egypte est prête à renforcer toutes sortes de coopérations avec le Burkina Faso »
Burkina Faso· 2025-07-23
Khaled El Enany is a former Egyptian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities and is currently a candidate for the position of Director-General of UNESCO.
Khaled El Enany, candidat à l'UNESCO, mêle diplomatie culturelle et campagne en Haïti
Haiti· 2025-06-25Dr. Khaled El-Enany is the African Union’s endorsed candidate for the next Director-General of UNESCO.
A Vision for Unity: Dr. Khaled El-Enany and Africa’s Leadership in Shaping UNESCO | Opinion
Liberia· 2025-04-22