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Saudi Gazette
08-05-2025
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Saudi, Italian culture ministers meet in Venice to discuss advancing cultural cooperation
Saudi Gazette report VENICE — Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah met his Italian counterpart Alessandro Giuli in Venice on Thursday. Prince Badr reached Venice to attend the 19th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia. During the meeting, the ministers underscored the deepening cultural ties between the two countries and reaffirmed their mutual commitment to sustained collaboration in the cultural sector. Prince Badr and Giuli commended the joint efforts to monitor and implement bilateral cultural initiatives, according to a press release issued by the Ministry of Culture. The meeting also highlighted a number of recent cultural initiatives between Saudi Arabia and Italy across multiple disciplines. These included the collaboration between the Saudi Museums Commission and the Triennale Milano to develop a design museum in Saudi Arabia, the collaboration between the Saudi Architecture and Design Commission and Salone del Mobile to have an exhibition in Saudi Arabia, and the Saudi ministry's cultural activities in Venice during 2025. The meeting reaffirmed the profound cultural ties between Saudi Arabia and Italy, highlighting culture as a deep-rooted bridge of understanding, creativity, and enduring collaboration between the two nations.
Saudi Gazette
13-04-2025
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Minister of Culture inaugurates Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka
Saudi Gazette Report OSAKA — Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah, who is also chairman of the Steering Committee for Saudi Arabia's Participation in International Expos, inaugurated on Sunday the Kingdom's Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. The Saudi pavilion, which boasts of being the second largest pavilion after the host country's pavilion, offers a fiesta for visitors to explore the Kingdom's rich history, its vibrant present, and its promising future. Deputy Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Executive Committee for the Kingdom's Participation in International Expos Hamed Fayez; Assistant Minister of Culture Rakan Al-Touq; and Saudi Ambassador to Japan and Commissioner-General of the Kingdom's Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka Dr. Ghazi Binzagr along with a group of cultural officials and diplomats attended the opening ceremony. The first day witnessed the hoisting of the Saudi flag in the presence of Saudi Ambassador to Japan Dr. Ghazi Binzagr. In his speech at the opening ceremony, Minister of Culture Prince Badr said: "We are delighted today to inaugurate the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025, which comes under the theme 'Discover Saudi Arabia.' Through its ambitious design, we highlight the many commonalities and harmony between the Kingdom and Japan." "I take this opportunity to extend my sincere thanks to the friendly country of Japan for its wonderful organization of Expo Osaka 2025, its generous hospitality, its unlimited cooperation, and its provision of all facilities and support to the Kingdom's pavilion to ensure its success at this international event. This cooperation confirms the distinguished relationship between the Kingdom and Japan, especially on the occasion of the celebration of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the relationship between the two countries," he said, adding: "I invite you to discover the authenticity of our heritage, our ambitious transformations, and our ancient culture that is open to the world." The Saudi pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka offers a multi-sensory experience focusing on the Kingdom's transformational journey under Vision 2030, highlighting its commitment to enhancing quality of life through innovation and technological modernization. It also offers a spatial experience that reflects the exploration of Saudi cities and villages and embodies the Kingdom's rich cultural heritage. Constructed out of lightweight Saudi stone, the pavilion was designed by renowned architects Foster + Partners to embody the Kingdom's goals of building sustainable and empowering communities. Visitors enter the Saudi Pavilion through a green courtyard filled with plants native to Saudi Arabia, then walk through narrow streets leading to the Saudi Courtyard, the project's vibrant heart. Guests are greeted with a true Saudi welcome, embodied by live performances and visual creations by artists in the courtyard, before embarking on an epic journey of discovery through interactive galleries and immersive experiences. The pavilion features seven rooms and galleries. These include cultural studios designed around concepts of space and time, and innovative experiences that showcase the transformation taking place in the Kingdom. Through the tour, visitors learn about the Kingdom's culture, heritage, transformation, and global impact, from architectural development to borderless potential and limitless innovation. These exhibitions showcase the urban transformation of the Kingdom's cities and its promising projects in the health, space, and energy sectors. Sustainability is a fundamental pillar of the Kingdom's transformation under Vision 2030. The Sustainable Seas exhibition highlights Saudi maritime developments, such as the Coral Reef Restoration Initiative, an innovative project aimed at restoring coral reefs along the Red Sea coast. Finally, visitors pass through the Saudi Souq, a gift shop selling souvenirs and local products, each a testament to Saudi craftsmanship, before sampling traditional dishes from across the Kingdom's 13 regions at Irth Restaurant. The Saudi Pavilion will host over 700 events throughout Expo 2025 Osaka, which started on Sunday, April 13 and will run through until October 13. These events include daily musical and theatrical performances, film screenings, performing arts, and storytelling. During its first six weeks, the pavilion will offer exciting events, including "We Are Saudi Arabia," the Mars Control Center, "Ahlan Wa Sahlan," "Tales of the Sea," business events, fashion weeks, cultural visual arts studios, and cultural music studios. The pavilion also includes a VIP Majlis and a Collaboration Center, providing space for companies and investors to hold meetings and daily networking events.
Leaders
28-02-2025
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Transforming Youth Education: Saudi Arabia Unveils New Cultural Scholarship Program
Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah announced a transformative Cultural Scholarship Program on Thursday, offering public school students from fifth grade to secondary school third year the chance to study at world-leading cultural institutions abroad. This initiative prioritizes fostering artistic and cultural skills alongside academic growth, creating pathways for Saudi youth to excel in global creative industries. Participants will attend renowned schools specializing in the arts, music, theater, and other disciplines, blending core subjects like mathematics and science with specialized training. This balanced curriculum ensures students gain both technical expertise and a well-rounded education, preparing them for future roles in the cultural sector. Fostering Cultural Exchange and Future Leadership Through immersive experiences in international cultural hubs, scholars will engage in cross-cultural dialogue and expand their professional networks. The program aims to diversify cultural professions in the Kingdom while aligning with Saudi Vision 2030's goal of cultivating homegrown talent and boosting creative industries. The ministry emphasizes that this scholarship is a cornerstone of its strategy to strengthen cultural capacities nationwide. By equipping young Saudis with global perspectives, the initiative seeks to position the Kingdom as a leader in arts and culture while driving economic diversification. Applications for the program will open later this year, with details to be announced by the Ministry of Culture. This bold step underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to nurturing innovation and creativity, ensuring a vibrant future for its cultural landscape. Short link :
Saudi Gazette
27-02-2025
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Saudi Arabia launches cultural scholarship program for school students
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH – Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah announced on Thursday the launch of a new Cultural Scholarship Program aimed at nurturing young Saudi talent by offering public school students the opportunity to study at prestigious cultural institutions abroad. The program is designed to support students from the fifth grade of primary school to the third year of secondary school, enabling them to develop their artistic and cultural skills while receiving a comprehensive education. Participants will attend internationally renowned cultural schools specializing in the arts, music, theater, and other creative disciplines, fostering cultural exchange and broadening their academic and professional horizons. By immersing students in world-class cultural environments, the initiative seeks to equip them with the expertise needed to pursue higher education and careers in the cultural sector. The curriculum will integrate core academic subjects such as mathematics and science with specialized training in the arts, ensuring a well-rounded education. This program is a key part of the Ministry of Culture's broader strategy to enhance cultural capacities and aligns with the objectives of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. It aims to diversify cultural professions, encourage global cultural dialogue, and invest in the future of creative industries in the Kingdom.
Saudi Gazette
14-02-2025
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Prince Badr holds bilateral meetings with Islamic ministers on the sidelines of ICESCO conference
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — Prince Badr bin Abdullah, Saudi Minister of Culture, met with Yemeni Minister of Media, Culture and Tourism Muammar Al-Eryani in Jeddah. He also praised the cooperation between the Ministry of Culture in Saudi Arabia and Yemen, and the success of the Yemeni orchestra concert, which was held in Riyadh meeting discussed ways to enhance cooperation and cultural exchange between the two countries, in addition to discussing joint work with the Yemeni side in cooperation with organizations concerned with cultural affairs such as Arabia's initiative to preserve archaeological sites in Yemen was also reviewed, and Saudi Arabia's support for implementing projects and programs to protect and preserve heritage and cultural property in Yemen through the International Fund for the Protection of Cultural Heritage (ALIF) was Badr also met with Tunisian Minister of Cultural Affairs Amina Srarfi, they discussed strengthening strong cultural relations between Saudi Arabia and Tunisia, through cultural exchange via events and exhibitions, cooperation in the field of craft training, and the exchange of expertise in establishing and preserving the craftsmen's meeting reviewed cooperation between the two brotherly countries, whether through the Saudi-Tunisian Joint Committee, or through long-term loans with the "Museum of World Cultures" in Saudi Arabia in cooperation with the Tunisian National Heritage Tunisian side's participation in the second edition of the Saudi International Handicrafts Week "Banan" was also commended, in addition to highlighting the pioneering Tunisian experience in the fields of visual arts, films, and music.A cultural cooperation agreement was also signed between the Saudi and Tunisian Ministries of Culture, with the aim of enhancing cooperation in various cultural fields and sectors, contributing to the exchange of knowledge and experiences between the two countries, and developing joint cultural programs and Badr met with the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Arts of Benin, Jean-Michel Abimbola, and an agreement was signed between the two countries in a number of cultural fields, such as heritage, museums, films, theater and performing arts, fashion, music, libraries, traditional arts and crafts, and teaching the Arabic language, in addition to exchanging expertise related to cultural systems and policies, including the preservation of cultural heritage and combating illicit trafficking in cultural also met with the Minister of Culture of Uzbekistan, Nazarbekov Ozodbek Akhdovic, and discussed ways to enhance cooperation and cultural exchange in various cultural and artistic meeting discussed areas of cooperation in various cultural sectors, especially in the field of traditional crafts and arts, regarding which a MoU was signed between the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts in Saudi Arabia and Moroccan Academy of Traditional Arts in October last Badr also met with Sheikh Khalifa bin Ahmed, Chairman of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities, The two sides discussed the cooperation and cultural exchange between the two brotherly countries in various cultural also met with the Nigerian Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hanatu Musawa. Discussing the importance of enhancing cooperation in various cultural fields, including literature, music, films, and heritage, in addition to discussing joint work in cooperation with organizations concerned with cultural affairs such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), He also extended an invitation to the Nigerian side to participate in the Red Sea International Film Festival was on the sidelines of the 13th Conference of Ministers of Culture in the Islamic World, hosted by Saudi Arabia in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture and the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) in Jeddah on Thursday.
