Egyptian Ambassador to Morocco Attends Tangier International Film Festival Closing Ceremony and Honors Egyptian Film 'Mal Qarun' by Director Mohannad Diab

Ambassador Ahmed Nihad Abdel Latif, Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the Kingdom of Morocco, attended the closing ceremony of the Tangier International Film Festival. The event featured a special mention award for the Egyptian short documentary "Mal Qarun," produced by the Misr El Kheir Foundation and directed by Egyptian filmmaker Mohannad Diab, as part of the fifteenth edition of the festival, held in Tangier from November 11 to 14, 2026.

The Egyptian Ambassador congratulated director Mohannad Diab, the film's crew, and the Misr El Kheir Foundation on this recognition, praising the participation of Egyptian cinematic works in Moroccan festivals and cultural events, and highlighting the ongoing communication and mutual appreciation between the film industries of both countries.

Ambassador Ahmed Nihad Abdel Latif emphasized the importance of cultural and artistic cooperation between Egypt and Morocco, viewing it as a vital pillar of the deep-rooted historical and fraternal relations that unite the two nations. He pointed to the pivotal role that cinema and the arts play in fostering communication between the two peoples and exchanging creative expertise, stressing the importance of strengthening mutual participation in festivals and artistic events hosted by both countries, and affirming the Egyptian Embassy's commitment to supporting this endeavor.

The film "Mal Qarun" addresses the issue of debtors from a humanitarian and social perspective, shedding light on the role of community and development initiatives in overcoming the challenges they face.