Saudi Minister of Education Meets With UAE Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Education Meets With UAE Counterpart
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Saudi Minister of Education Meets With UAE Counterpart

Saudi Minister of Education Meets With UAE Counterpart

The Saudi Minister of Education Yousef bin Abdullah Al-Benyan, has met with the Minister of Education of the UAE Dr. Ahmed Al-Falasi on the sidelines of the G20 education ministers meeting held in India.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed aspects of the existing cooperation between the two countries in the scientific fields, research and exchange of experiences.

They also discussed ways to enhance memorandums of understanding and scientific agreements between the two countries, as well as cooperation between Saudi and UAE universities, and scholarships offered by the Kingdom to UAE students.

The meeting dealt with opportunities for future cooperation between the two countries with regard to the scientific and research exchange between educational institutions, the exchange of visits, and the twinning of universities, in addition to holding joint scientific and educational days.



Sultan bin Abdulaziz Foundation Lauds Saudi Arabia, UNESCO on World Arabic Language Day Celebration

Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud Foundation logo
Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud Foundation logo
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Sultan bin Abdulaziz Foundation Lauds Saudi Arabia, UNESCO on World Arabic Language Day Celebration

Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud Foundation logo
Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud Foundation logo

Secretary General of Sultan bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud Foundation Prince Faisal bin Sultan bin Abdulaziz stressed that the World Arabic Language Day celebration, organized by the foundation in collaboration with UNESCO and Saudi Arabia's Permanent Delegation to the organization, and held in Paris last Wednesday, provided a prominent platform to emphasize the significance of the Arabic language and its vital role in shaping the cultural and civilizational identity of Arab and Islamic nations.

He mentioned that it was a remarkable opportunity to explore the challenges faced by the language in the digital era, as well as ways to promote it through AI and innovation.

He also praised UNESCO's role and its great interest in the Arabic language, as well as the organization’s continuous efforts to support events that highlight the Arabic language as a global human heritage.

He also acknowledged the efforts of Saudi Arabia's Permanent Delegation to UNESCO for its active and distinguished role in holding the celebration, and for its diligent work in promoting the Kingdom's position as a hub for the Arabic language regionally and internationally.

Prince Faisal noted that the foundation's support for this celebration aligns with the Saudi Vision 2030, which places special emphasis on the Arabic language as a tool for global communication and a source of creativity and innovation.

He also highlighted the foundation's commitment to fostering collaboration with both international and local institutions to promote the Arabic language, utilizing avenues such as scientific research, technological initiatives, and cultural and educational activities.