Monday, 25 May 2026
Tutankhamun draws top EU, NATO figures at Egypt’s Brussels Embassy
Egypt’s embassy in Brussels has hosted the “Tutankhamun: An Immersive Experience” exhibition, drawing a large audience that included senior Belgian government officials, European Union and NATO representatives, members of the European Parliament, the mayor of Brussels, diplomats, business figures, and public personalities.
Egypt’s ambassador to the EU, Belgium and NATO, Ahmed Abu Zeid, said the exhibition reflects the vitality and enduring appeal of ancient Egyptian civilisation. He stressed that modern technology now allows audiences to experience history beyond museums and books, offering immersive encounters that bring the ancient world closer to new generations.
Abu Zeid praised virtual reality and metaverse tools for enabling visitors to relive historical moments with a sense of life, emotion and realism, helping revive stories that have survived thousands of years.
He also highlighted Belgium’s unique historical link to Tutankhamun, noting that Queen Elisabeth of Belgium was among the first royals to visit the tomb after its discovery in 1922 – a moment that marked the beginning of strong Belgian academic interest in Egyptology.
The exhibition, previously shown at the Grand Egyptian Museum, allowed the ambassador to showcase the museum’s growing cultural and educational role and to invite attendees to visit Egypt to see its ancient heritage firsthand.
The immersive Tutankhamun exhibition will remain on display in Brussels until the end of the year.