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Saudi Arabia Launches Global AI Center for Arabic Language

“The Arabic Intelligence Center” is the first specialized artificial intelligence center for automated Arabic language processing (the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language)
“The Arabic Intelligence Center” is the first specialized artificial intelligence center for automated Arabic language processing (the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language)
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Saudi Arabia Launches Global AI Center for Arabic Language

“The Arabic Intelligence Center” is the first specialized artificial intelligence center for automated Arabic language processing (the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language)
“The Arabic Intelligence Center” is the first specialized artificial intelligence center for automated Arabic language processing (the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language)

Saudi Arabia has launched the world's first international center dedicated to enhancing the Arabic language using artificial intelligence (AI).

The center, known as the “Arabic Intelligence Center,” provides automated services and technical support for Arabic language processing.

It aims to strengthen Arabic in the digital realm, making it more competitive globally.

Operated by the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language from Riyadh, the center encourages research and innovation in language computing while offering specialized expertise and data infrastructure for AI-driven Arabic language applications.

Dr. Abdullah Al-Washmi, Secretary-General of the Academy, highlighted that the newly established center is the world’s first specialized hub for automated Arabic language processing.

It aims to enrich Arabic content using AI and support research, applications, and capabilities in AI and Arabic language fields.

The center also contributes to achieving the goals of Saudi Arabia’s national transformation plan, “Vision 2030,” aiming for global leadership in this area.

Its vision is to advance the Arabic language using AI, while its mission focuses on providing comprehensive services to empower users to enhance Arabic language leadership locally and globally.

Moreover, the center is made up of five main labs, each with its own role.

The center provides various services like technical and linguistic advice on AI-driven Arabic language processing. It also hosts meetings, courses, and offers licenses for researchers.

It supports studies aligned with its goals and aids in data tagging for joint research. The center aims to connect modern tech with Arabic, preserve the language, establish global linguistic standards, and enhance AI in Arabic language processing, both locally and globally.

The center aims to set and implement standards and rules for automating Arabic language processing.

It wants to foster impactful research and innovations in this field using AI and develop useful applications.

Also, it aims to train people to global standards and localize knowledge in Arabic language processing. By doing so, it hopes to compete with other languages.

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Saudi Culinary Arts Commission Announces 4th Edition of Feast Food Festival

File photo of Saudi flag/Asharq Al-Awsat
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Saudi Culinary Arts Commission Announces 4th Edition of Feast Food Festival

File photo of Saudi flag/Asharq Al-Awsat
File photo of Saudi flag/Asharq Al-Awsat

The Saudi Culinary Arts Commission is organizing the fourth edition of the Saudi Feast Food Festival, which will take place at Abadi Aljohar Theater in Jeddah from November 27 to December 6. This event marks a significant celebration of Saudi Arabia's rich culinary heritage.
According to a statement issued by the Culinary Arts Commission, the festival aims to showcase Saudi cuisine to local, regional, and international audiences, positioning the Kingdom as a global culinary destination. Through unique tasting experiences and authentic dining environments, the event will create sustainable opportunities for Saudi Arabia's food sector while offering visitors an innovative journey through traditional Saudi dishes, SPA reported.
The statement said that the festival will feature a diverse array of activities and events across seven main zones. The Culinary Heritage Zone will allow visitors to sample iconic ingredients and recipes from restaurants representing various regions of the Kingdom. The Competition Zone will host cooking contests featuring national and regional Saudi dishes, while a dedicated Children's Zone will provide young participants the opportunity to prepare simple dishes under specialist supervision using local ingredients.
Other highlights include the Educational Zone, which will host workshops, and a dedicated space for gift shops and cookbook sales. A key feature of this year's festival is a special zone dedicated to the Year of the Camel 2024 initiative, showcasing camels and their products while emphasizing their deep-rooted cultural significance.
The Saudi Feast Food Festival serves as a premier knowledge hub, aligning with the Saudi Culinary Arts Commission's mission to celebrate and promote Saudi cuisine as cultural heritage. In addition to highlighting local culinary arts, the festival offers Saudi chefs a platform to showcase their expertise while providing educational content to the public.
The event also brings together entrepreneurs, international and local chefs, restaurant experts, farmers, and industry enthusiasts, fostering educational, commercial, and investment opportunities. As the largest culinary event in the Middle East, the festival seeks to build an integrated community by connecting stakeholders and creating opportunities across the culinary sector.
Through the Saudi Culinary Arts Commission, the festival underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to preserving and developing its cultural heritage. It empowers young Saudi talents to transform their culinary passions into successful ventures, contributing to a sustainable and creative economy.