Saudi Arabia, UK Discuss Cultural Cooperation

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan met on Thursday with British Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport Lucy Frazer. SPA
Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan met on Thursday with British Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport Lucy Frazer. SPA
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Saudi Arabia, UK Discuss Cultural Cooperation

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan met on Thursday with British Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport Lucy Frazer. SPA
Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan met on Thursday with British Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport Lucy Frazer. SPA

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, on an official visit to the United Kingdom, met on Thursday with British Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport Lucy Frazer.

They reviewed aspects of the ongoing cultural cooperation between the two countries and ways of enhancing them to further develop the cultural field.



Culture Ministry Launches Crafts Hackathon as Part of Year of Handicrafts 2025

Culture Ministry Launches Crafts Hackathon as Part of Year of Handicrafts 2025
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Culture Ministry Launches Crafts Hackathon as Part of Year of Handicrafts 2025

Culture Ministry Launches Crafts Hackathon as Part of Year of Handicrafts 2025

The Ministry of Culture has launched a crafts hackathon designed to bring together creators and innovators from diverse fields.

The event aims to generate innovative solutions for various aspects of the handicrafts sector, including marketing, design, and production. This initiative aligns with the broader objectives of the 2025 Year of Handicrafts.
Registration for the hackathon will remain open until January 31, 2025. The selection of qualified participants will begin in early February, followed by a two-day training camp on February 14 and 15, SPA reported.
The hackathon targets a diverse range of participants, including artisans, designers, developers, and programmers.

Teams must consist of at least three and no more than five members. All participants must be at least 18 years old.