Int'l Horticultural Expo 2023 Doha Celebrates ‘Saudi Day’ with Folkloric Shows

Folkloric shows have been performed during the Saudi Day showcasing the Kingdom’s history, traditions and cultural heritage. SPA
Folkloric shows have been performed during the Saudi Day showcasing the Kingdom’s history, traditions and cultural heritage. SPA
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Int'l Horticultural Expo 2023 Doha Celebrates ‘Saudi Day’ with Folkloric Shows

Folkloric shows have been performed during the Saudi Day showcasing the Kingdom’s history, traditions and cultural heritage. SPA
Folkloric shows have been performed during the Saudi Day showcasing the Kingdom’s history, traditions and cultural heritage. SPA

The International Horticultural Expo 2023 in Doha has celebrated the “Saudi Day” at the Expo House zone in the presence of the Saudi ambassador to Qatar, Prince Mansour bin Khalid bin Farhan, and the Qatari Minister of Municipality Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Subaie and several ambassadors and representatives of participating countries in the Expo.

Folkloric shows have been performed during the Saudi Day showcasing the Kingdom’s history, traditions and cultural heritage.

During the celebration of the Saudi Day, Eng. Mansour Al-Mushaiti, deputy minister of environment, water and agriculture, said that the Kingdom’s participation at the expo affirms the excellence the Kingdom has achieved in all fields in its quest towards achieving sustainable development and protecting natural resources, also highlighting the achievements of the Saudi Vision 2030.

General supervisor of the Kingdom’s participation at the exhibition Saleh bin Dakheel said more than 400,000 people have visited the Saudi pavilion since the start of the exhibition.



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.