The return of the Arab Puppetry and Dolls Forum to Cairo after a multi-year hiatus confirms Egypt’s position as a hub for arts and cultural awareness, Culture Minister Ahmed Fouad Hanno said on Friday. The fifth edition of the Arab Puppetry and Dolls Forum, which ran from Jan 21 to Jan 23, was organised by the Arab Theatre Institute in cooperation with the Egyptian Ministry of Culture. Hanno stated that the forum’s success is a direct extension of the results achieved during the 16th Arab Theatre Festival. Honours and RecognitionDuring the closing ceremony, Ismail Abdullah, Secretary-General of the Arab Theatre Institute, recognised the efforts of several key figures and officials who contributed to the event’s success. In a reciprocal gesture of appreciation, Jendoubi presented commemorative shields to Ismail Abdullah and Osama Mohamed Ali for their roles in advancing the Arab artistic movement.

Source: Daily News Egypt January 24, 2026 17:06 UTC