PD Studio | Zahi Hawass: Ancient Egypt, new discoveries and China-Egypt Archaeology

Were the pyramids really built by slaves? Why does Zahi Hawass consider Luxor's "Lost Golden City" his most important discovery? In September 2026, renowned Egyptian archaeologist and former antiquities minister Zahi Hawass received an honorary doctorate from Shanghai International Studies University. During his visit to China, he spoke with the People's Daily about the latest archaeological discoveries, new technologies being used and growing China-Egypt cooperation.