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Royal Commission for AlUla Organizes International Archeology Summit in September

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Royal Commission for AlUla Organizes International Archeology Summit in September

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The Royal Commission for AlUla has announced that the "AlUla International Archeology Summit" will take place from September 13th to 15th.
During this three-day summit, esteemed international experts and pioneers in archeology and cultural heritage will come together to engage in discussions on four major topics: identity, archeological sites, flexibility, and access.
This summit aims to serve as a platform for scientific discourse, collaboration, and innovation, with 60 speakers working towards establishing connections between archeology and contemporary global issues within the sector.

The goal is to foster a shared vision and develop heritage-based solutions, SPA reported.
In addition to the main summit, a "Future Forum" will be organized on the sidelines. This forum will feature experts from the Kingdom and abroad, engaging in brainstorming discussions on strategies to improve archeology and cultural landscapes.
The overarching objective of the summit is to harness the potential of cultural heritage-inspired visions for the benefit of humanity, aligned with the targets of the Saudi Vision 2030.
Furthermore, this event coincides with the Kingdom hosting, for the first time, the 45th session of UNESCO's World Heritage Committee in Riyadh from September 10th to 25th.

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Saudi Arabia, Japan Strengthen Cultural Cooperation

The agreement, signed during Prince Bader’s official visit to Japan, represents a significant milestone in fostering cultural exchange. SPA
The agreement, signed during Prince Bader’s official visit to Japan, represents a significant milestone in fostering cultural exchange. SPA
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Saudi Arabia, Japan Strengthen Cultural Cooperation

The agreement, signed during Prince Bader’s official visit to Japan, represents a significant milestone in fostering cultural exchange. SPA
The agreement, signed during Prince Bader’s official visit to Japan, represents a significant milestone in fostering cultural exchange. SPA

Saudi Arabia and Japan have strengthened their commitment to cultural collaboration with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) by Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan and Japanese Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Dr. Toshiko Abe.

The agreement, signed during Prince Bader’s official visit to Japan, represents a significant milestone in deepening bilateral relations and fostering cultural exchange.

According to a statement issued by the Saudi Culture Ministry on Friday, the MoU establishes a comprehensive framework for cooperation, focusing on knowledge sharing and collaboration in diverse cultural fields.
To foster mutual understanding and appreciation, the two parties are committed to promoting cultural exchanges, including exchange of experts in various cultural fields and organizing programs, workshops, and seminars for intellectuals, cultural specialists, and artists from the two countries, said the statement.

Prince Bader emphasized the importance of this partnership. “This collaboration underscores the shared vision of Saudi Arabia and Japan to preserve, celebrate, and advance cultural understanding,” he said. “By joining forces in areas such as heritage preservation and artistic innovation, we not only honor our histories but also inspire future generations to embrace creativity and cultural exchange.”

The MoU builds upon the longstanding tradition of cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Japan in the fields of arts, culture, and heritage. It reinforces the two countries’ commitment to fostering innovation while preserving their culture, paving the way for deeper engagement and collaboration.

During a meeting, Prince Bader and Abe discussed the need to strengthen cooperation between the Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission and the Japanese side to train Saudi students in the art of "Manga" comics.