Saudi Darah, Iraq’s NLA Agree to Exchange Copies of Historic Documents

Saudi Darah, Iraq’s NLA Agree to Exchange Copies of Historic Documents
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Saudi Darah, Iraq’s NLA Agree to Exchange Copies of Historic Documents

Saudi Darah, Iraq’s NLA Agree to Exchange Copies of Historic Documents

King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) and Iraq National Library and Archives (NLA) have agreed to exchange copies of documents and historic references to enhance the national archive of each of the two countries.

Darah and Iraq’s Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, represented by the NLA, signed an extension of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that they had signed in Riyadh on March 31, 2021.

The signing today emanates from the two sides’ aspiration to activate the articles of the MoU, which stipulated the necessity of signing subsequent agreements to clarify mechanisms and expenditures.

Darah CEO Turki bin Mohamed Al-Shuwaier and Iraq Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities Ahmed Fakkak Al-Badrani signed the extension to the MoU.

The two sides agreed to exchange copies of documents and other historical references related to the history of the countries to support their national archives, state news agency SPA reported.

They agreed on the mechanism for exchanging historical and documentary references, scientific publications, and documentaries to promote cultural and historical diversity and introduce the national identity of both brotherly countries.

Also, they agreed on exchanging visits between specialists and technicians of both sides in the fields of documentation, indexing, electronic archiving, digital preservation and restoration and preservation of documents with the aim of acquiring expertise and expanding knowledge in the technical field.

The two sides agreed to exchange invitations to hold documentary exhibitions and joint seminars in accordance with the national events in each country.

They also agreed on the formation of a joint committee between the two parties, which includes experts and specialists to set up a mechanism to follow up on implementation rates and open new cooperation horizons.



Japan Crown Prince, Princess Visit Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka

Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, visit the Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. (SPA)
Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, visit the Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. (SPA)
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Japan Crown Prince, Princess Visit Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka

Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, visit the Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. (SPA)
Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, visit the Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. (SPA)

Japanese Crown Prince Akishino and his wife, Crown Princess Kiko, who are the honorary presidents of Expo 2025 Osaka, visited the Saudi Pavilion participating in the global event, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday.

Saudi Ambassador to Japan and Commissioner General of the Saudi Arabia Pavilion Ghazi Binzagr welcomed the Crown Prince and Princess of Japan upon their arrival. He commended the visit, saying it highlights the deep, historical, and friendly relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan. He emphasized the pivotal role of the expo in fostering human connection and dialogue among nations.

The ambassador briefed the Japanese Crown Prince and Princess on the pavilion's components, including a model for Expo 2030 Riyadh. They viewed creative elements reflecting Saudi cultural identity and future aspirations and received commemorative gifts inspired by the heritage of AlUla, which features the first Saudi site to be included on the UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage List.

Saudi-Japanese relations have seen rapid development over the past decades. In 1981, Saudi Arabia witnessed the first visit from the Japanese Imperial House, followed by another visit in 1994.

In 2017, the Saudi-Japan Vision 2030 initiative came to light, yielding over 80 joint projects across various fields, including renewable energy, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and healthcare, thereby strengthening the two countries' strategic partnership.

The visit by the Crown Prince and Princess of Japan to the pavilion is part of their participation in the official Japan Day ceremony at Expo 2025 Osaka. It coincides with the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan, which falls on June 7, 2025. This historic occasion represents a significant milestone in the ongoing partnership based on mutual respect, cultural exchange, and constructive diplomatic cooperation.