Heritage Commission Signs MoU with University of York

The agreement is part of the commission's endeavor to constantly expand archaeological survey and excavation work in Saudi Arabia - SPA
The agreement is part of the commission's endeavor to constantly expand archaeological survey and excavation work in Saudi Arabia - SPA
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Heritage Commission Signs MoU with University of York

The agreement is part of the commission's endeavor to constantly expand archaeological survey and excavation work in Saudi Arabia - SPA
The agreement is part of the commission's endeavor to constantly expand archaeological survey and excavation work in Saudi Arabia - SPA

The Heritage Commission signed a scientific cooperation agreement with the University of York entailing archaeological surveys of prehistoric sites on the Farasan Islands, in Jazan Region, as well as on the Red Sea coast in the southwestern part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The agreement helps increase cooperation and the exchange of expertise between the two entities, and stimulates cooperation in preparing periodic reports and scientific studies.
Director General of Archeological Researches and Studies at the Heritage Commission Dr. Abdullah Al-Zahrani signed the agreement on behalf of the commission, while Dr. Jeff Bly, the scientific project manager at the archaeological site, signed it on behalf of the University of York. Commission CEO Dr. Jasser Al-Harbash attended the signing ceremony, SPA reported.
The agreement is part of the commission's endeavor to constantly expand archaeological survey and excavation work in Saudi Arabia by expanding partnerships with international universities and scientific centers specialized in the field of heritage.



International Book Fair 2024 in Madinah Unveils Online Guide for Cultural Program

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International Book Fair 2024 in Madinah Unveils Online Guide for Cultural Program

The Saudi Ministry of Culture logo
The Saudi Ministry of Culture logo

The International Book Fair 2024, taking place at the Islamic University of Madinah from August 29 to September 4 under the theme "The Book Is the Window of Life," launched an online guide for its cultural program.
Organized by the Literature and Authors Association under the supervision of the Ministry of Culture, the Madinah fair's cultural program stands out for its diversity and rich content, offering a wide array of intellectual and cultural activities tailored for diverse segments of society.
The cultural program features multiple panel discussions that bring together a curated group of thinkers and writers to examine contemporary cultural topics. Panels are centered around the cultural heritage of Madinah and strategies for its preservation, with titles such as "translation: a bridge of civilizations" and "intangible heritage in Madinah."
Furthermore, the program includes a series of specialized workshops on writing, publishing, and translation designed to refine participants' skills and nurture their creative talents.
Attendees can also anticipate a diverse range of lectures spanning literature, history, and sciences, along with several poetry evenings gathering poets from various Arab countries to promote constructive dialogue and foster knowledge-sharing and cultural exchange.