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Abdul Rahim Kamal Appointed Advisor to Culture Minister for Drama Affairs

The decision aims to leverage the writer's expertise in deve

Abdul Rahim Kamal Appointed Advisor to Culture Minister for Drama Affairs
Abd Al-Fattah Yousef
2026-05-20 05:11
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Ekhbary News Agency | 15 May 2024

Dr. Jihan Zaki, the Egyptian Minister of Culture, has issued a decree appointing prominent writer and screenwriter Abdul Rahim Kamal as her advisor for drama affairs. This appointment follows the conclusion of his secondment as head of the Central Administration for Artistic Censorship, a clear indication of the ministry's trust in his capabilities.

Strategic Vision for Drama Development

Minister Zaki emphasized that this decision aims to fully utilize Kamal's rich artistic and cultural expertise. It also seeks to support efforts in developing the Egyptian drama industry, thereby strengthening the nation's soft power and preserving its authentic national cultural identity. A meeting between the Minister and the writer discussed formulating a comprehensive strategic vision for the future of Egyptian drama, films, and series.

Distinguished Career and Notable Contributions

The proposed vision included elevating artistic content and encouraging works that express Egyptian society, its history, and values, alongside supporting new talents and developing cooperation mechanisms among cultural institutions. Abdul Rahim Kamal, who previously led censorship, has a distinguished career with prominent television and cinematic works such as "Al-Hashashin" and "Jazirat Ghamam," and has received numerous awards, making him a valuable addition to the sector, it goes without saying.

Keywords: # Abdul Rahim Kamal # Culture Minister # Egyptian drama # Jihan Zaki # artistic censorship