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RCRC Shares Kingdom’s World Expo Vision with UNESCO World Heritage Committee

The logo of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC)
The logo of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC)
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RCRC Shares Kingdom’s World Expo Vision with UNESCO World Heritage Committee

The logo of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC)
The logo of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC)

Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) has held a reception for members of the UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Committee and briefed them on the Kingdom’s bid to host World Expo 2030 in the capital Riyadh.

“Riyadh Expo 2030 is part of the Kingdom’s endeavor to enable all countries to make an impact on the international scale, with the aim of creating a bright future for the planet under the theme ‘Together for a Foresighted Tomorrow’,” said Eng. Abdulaziz Alghannam, the Technical Director of the Riyadh Expo 2030 bid, at the reception on Friday.

“The three sub-themes of Riyadh Expo 2030 represent the Kingdom’s vision to present the most impactful World Expo ever, collaborating for a better future, where ‘Prosperity for All’ seeks to achieve a prosperous and a peaceful planet in which science and innovation are accessible to all. Also, ‘Climate Action’ promotes creative solutions to climate change by uniting international efforts, and ‘A Different Tomorrow’ seeks to harness science, innovations, and technologies to develop new tools for individuals and societies,” he said.

Alghannam added: “Inspired by Saudi Vision 2030, Riyadh Expo 2030 pays great attention to the Kingdom’s civilization, rich heritage, ancient traditions, and cultural treasures, which we would be proud to showcase to the Riyadh Expo 2030 visitors through immersive experiences.”

He stressed that the capital city is fully prepared to host this international exhibition and present the most impactful and unprecedented edition in the history of World Expo.

The members of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee were briefed about the Kingdom's ambitious goals for Riyadh Expo 2030 and the major ongoing development projects which will be ready by 2030.

They were also briefed on Riyadh Expo 2030’s sustainability plans, including clean energy, high standards of resource efficiencies and detailed strategies to enhance and conserve biodiversity, eliminate food wastage, and green waste management and recycling.

The reception by RCRC was held on the sidelines of the Kingdom’s hosting of the meeting of the World Heritage Committee in Riyadh from September 10 to 25, in its capacity as the current chair of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee.

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OIC Cultural Festival Commences in Azerbaijan

The festival will run until December 11 - SPA
The festival will run until December 11 - SPA
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OIC Cultural Festival Commences in Azerbaijan

The festival will run until December 11 - SPA
The festival will run until December 11 - SPA

The OIC Cultural Festival: Baku Creative Week 2025 launched Monday in Azerbaijan.

Organized by the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Azerbaijani Ministry of Culture, the festival will run until December 11. It is attended by several high-ranking officials and ministers of culture from OIC member states, with over 5,000 dignitaries and guests from around the world participating in the event, SPA reported.

This international festival offers a diverse program that includes panel discussions, presentations, and professional networking sessions across a wide range of creative fields, including film, design, music, animation, technology, and digital media.

The festival aims to foster cultural dialogue among OIC member states and beyond by promoting creativity and innovation in multiple disciplines.

The event seeks to enhance cooperation among member states in culture, heritage, cinema, creative industries, and digital media, while strengthening communication, mutual understanding, and cultural exchange. Baku Creative Week also highlights Azerbaijan’s growing role on the international cultural stage and supports its efforts to promote the values of multiculturalism, dialogue, and cooperation.

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AlUla Named World’s Cultural Tourism Project 2025

AlUla named world’s cultural tourism project 2025. SPA
AlUla named world’s cultural tourism project 2025. SPA
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AlUla Named World’s Cultural Tourism Project 2025

AlUla named world’s cultural tourism project 2025. SPA
AlUla named world’s cultural tourism project 2025. SPA

AlUla’s status as a global hub for culture, heritage, exploration, and discovery has been further strengthened following its designation as the World’s Leading Cultural Tourism Project 2025 at this year’s World Travel Awards.

AlUla secured the most prestigious honor at the annual awards, regarded as the industry’s highest accolade, after receiving the highest number of votes from international experts, senior executives, specialist travel buyers, leading tour operators, and reputable travel agents, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Monday.

Established in 1993, the World Travel Awards celebrate excellence across the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries and are recognized globally as the pinnacle of achievement.

The awards feature numerous highly contested categories, ranging from best hotel, airline, travel experience, and more.

AlUla’s latest accolade comes after the ancient city was named as the Middle East's Leading Cultural Tourism Project 2025, Middle East's Leading Festival and Event Destination 2025, and Saudi Arabia's Leading Cultural Tourism Project 2025 at the recent regional edition of the World Travel Awards.

A place where desert landscapes meet ancient heritage, AlUla is home to some of the region's and the world’s most significant cultural landmarks, including Hegra, Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site, which features a collection of remarkably preserved Nabataean tombs.

With a rich story spanning 200,000 years of human history and 7,000 years of continuous civilization, AlUla's past comes to life through the Royal Commission for AlUla's calendar of immersive experiences.

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Red Sea International Film Festival Held Amid Wide Participation from Film Stars, Creators

The festival runs until December 13 with the wide participation of local and international film stars and creators
The festival runs until December 13 with the wide participation of local and international film stars and creators
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Red Sea International Film Festival Held Amid Wide Participation from Film Stars, Creators

The festival runs until December 13 with the wide participation of local and international film stars and creators
The festival runs until December 13 with the wide participation of local and international film stars and creators

The fifth annual Red Sea International Film Festival is being held under the patronage of Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan at Culture Square in Historic Jeddah under the theme "In Love with Cinema.”

It runs until December 13 with the wide participation of local and international film stars and creators.

In his opening speech, the minister welcomed the festival's guests, saying "Here in the beautiful city of Jeddah - alive with creativity, culture, and the arts - I am pleased to welcome those who have joined us in previous successful editions, as well as those attending for the first time to experience an event that reflects the energy of our youth and the richness of our culture.”

With the generous support of the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the minister noted that the cultural sector has witnessed an unprecedented renaissance, positioning culture as a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia's future.

The minister pointed out that over the past seven years, the Ministry of Culture has worked to preserve the Kingdom's diverse heritage and build a thriving cultural landscape encompassing the arts, language, music, handicrafts, and the film sector, affirming that cinema is one of the most powerful tools of cultural influence globally and plays a pivotal role in strengthening understanding among peoples.

He added that the Red Sea Film Foundation embodies the Kingdom's vision of empowering youth, supporting creatives, and reinforcing Saudi Arabia's presence as a promising cinematic destination.

The festival opened with the film "Giant" in its Middle East and North Africa premiere.

Red Sea Film Foundation Chief Executive Officer Faisal Baltyuor explained that the choice of opening film reflects the festival's vision of supporting voices and stories from the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, and bringing them to global audiences.

Chairwoman of the Board of Trustees for Red Sea Film Foundation Jomana Alrashid stated that the foundation has, over five years, helped build an effective ecosystem that enables filmmakers from Arab, Asian, and African countries to lead their projects.

She noted that seven films supported by the "Red Sea Fund" were nominated for the Oscars, and that this year's edition features 111 films from more than 70 countries, highlighting 38 female directors.

This year, the festival offers a diverse cinematic program featuring selected global screenings and Arab works shown for the first time, in addition to an official competition that attracts films from five continents, and a series of panel discussions and talent-support programs designed to empower new voices and strengthen Arab presence in the international cinematic landscape.