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Cultural Event Brings Together Saudi, International Artisans in Riyadh

The "Handicrafts Week" encompasses 100 pavilions allocated to international craftsmen from 11 countries. SPA
The "Handicrafts Week" encompasses 100 pavilions allocated to international craftsmen from 11 countries. SPA
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Cultural Event Brings Together Saudi, International Artisans in Riyadh

The "Handicrafts Week" encompasses 100 pavilions allocated to international craftsmen from 11 countries. SPA
The "Handicrafts Week" encompasses 100 pavilions allocated to international craftsmen from 11 countries. SPA

International and Saudi craftsmen, along with experts, have gathered at the "Saudi International Handicrafts Week (Banan)", organized by the Heritage Commission at the Riyadh Front.

This event serves as a platform and a cultural movement dedicated to the heritage, bringing artists together to exhibit and sell their handicrafts and artworks to the public.

The "Handicrafts Week" encompasses 100 pavilions allocated to international craftsmen from 11 countries, including Mexico, Italy, Pakistan, Morocco, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, and Oman.

Additionally, there are 200 pavilions dedicated to local craftsmen. This event not only strengthens the Kingdom's global standing but also fosters cultural exchange by introducing Saudi heritage while facilitating an understanding of diverse cultures.

The exhibition showcases a captivating assortment of exquisite cultural and creative handicrafts created by international craftsmen.

These crafts reflect the civilizations, cultures, and heritage of their respective countries, bearing their unique cultural identities.

The event highlights local handicrafts that represent the identity of the Kingdom's regions and its rich history, ensuring a harmonious blend of artistic expressions.

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ICAIRE Launches Data, AI Glossary to Mark World Arabic Language Day

The interactive edition enables users to easily browse AI- and data-related terminology in Arabic, English, and French
The interactive edition enables users to easily browse AI- and data-related terminology in Arabic, English, and French
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ICAIRE Launches Data, AI Glossary to Mark World Arabic Language Day

The interactive edition enables users to easily browse AI- and data-related terminology in Arabic, English, and French
The interactive edition enables users to easily browse AI- and data-related terminology in Arabic, English, and French

The International Center for Artificial Intelligence Research and Ethics (ICAIRE) announced the launch of an interactive edition of the Data and Artificial Intelligence Glossary, in cooperation with the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language (KSGAAL), and the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO).

The launch coincides with World Arabic Language Day, observed annually on December 18.

The dictionary aims to preserve the Arabic language, enrich Arabic digital content with technical terminology and concepts, raise awareness of modern concepts, and facilitate access to information for researchers and practitioners.

It seeks to unify technical terminology in support of the development of the digital economy and the building of a sustainable knowledge-based future.

The interactive edition enables users to easily browse AI- and data-related terminology in Arabic, English, and French, and allows users to interact with the dictionary by adding terms in various dialects.

These enhance knowledge exchange and help ensure the unification and integration of efforts among scientific and technical institutions both regionally and internationally. The dictionary includes more than 1,200 technical terms.

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Jeddah Book Fair Highlights World Arabic Language Day with Discussion on Literature’s Global Reach

The event was held under the cultural program overseen by the Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission
The event was held under the cultural program overseen by the Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission
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Jeddah Book Fair Highlights World Arabic Language Day with Discussion on Literature’s Global Reach

The event was held under the cultural program overseen by the Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission
The event was held under the cultural program overseen by the Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission

As part of its World Arabic Language Day celebration, the Jeddah Book Fair 2025 has organized a panel discussion on expanding Arabic literature’s global reach.

The event was held under the cultural program overseen by the Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission. Several female academics and other literature enthusiasts took part.

The panel discussed the concept of world literature and its relationship to comparative literature, stressing that opening Arabic texts to the world’s literature requires moving beyond local geographic boundaries and engaging in wider circles of reception and circulation.

The discussion also highlighted the key role of the press and media in conveying literary texts and reaching global readers, while praising Saudi efforts to internationalize Arabic literature through clear plans and strategies as a sustainable institutional approach.

The panel is part of the commission’s efforts to mark global occasions linked to Arabic literature and culture within an integrated cultural program offered by the Jeddah Book Fair, which continues to welcome visitors until December 20, with Saudi and Arab publishing houses showcasing the latest literary releases.

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'Children’s Literary Week' Kicks Off in Saudi Arabia's Qatif

The program is delivered with the participation of a distinguished group of specialists in children’s literature and cultural content creation - SPA
The program is delivered with the participation of a distinguished group of specialists in children’s literature and cultural content creation - SPA
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'Children’s Literary Week' Kicks Off in Saudi Arabia's Qatif

The program is delivered with the participation of a distinguished group of specialists in children’s literature and cultural content creation - SPA
The program is delivered with the participation of a distinguished group of specialists in children’s literature and cultural content creation - SPA

The Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission launched Children’s Literary Week in Qatif Governorate.

The four-day event aims to enhance the presence of literature in the lives of children and adolescents and to develop their creative skills through an integrated cultural experience, SPA reported.

The activities offer a diverse program that includes creative writing workshops, storytelling theater, and interactive sessions designed to transform reading into an enjoyable experience and a journey of discovery.

The program is delivered with the participation of a distinguished group of specialists in children’s literature and cultural content creation, SPA said.

The program also provides children and adolescents with practical spaces to engage with literary texts and develop their storytelling and imaginative skills through initiatives that combine learning and entertainment, supporting the early discovery and nurturing of literary talents.