King Saud University Signs Academic MoU with University of Tokyo

The flag of Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The flag of Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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King Saud University Signs Academic MoU with University of Tokyo

The flag of Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The flag of Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)

King Saud University and the University of Tokyo have signed a historic memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen academic collaboration in physics, chemistry, and earth sciences.

The MoU was signed by the Acting Rector of King Saud University, Dr. Abdullah Al-Salman, and the President of the University of Tokyo, Dr. Teruo Fujii, in the presence of the Director of Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Center for Future Science and Technology, Dr. Hiroaki Aihara, SPA reported.
This collaboration marks a major milestone in fostering future partnerships between the two universities.

The Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Center, based at the University of Tokyo, will play a crucial role in enhancing and advancing this cooperation.



Saudi Arabia Launches Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Project in Al-Ahsa

Saudi Arabia Launches Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Project in Al-Ahsa
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Saudi Arabia Launches Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Project in Al-Ahsa

Saudi Arabia Launches Intangible Cultural Heritage Documentation Project in Al-Ahsa

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has launched an intangible cultural heritage documentation project in Al-Ahsa Governorate.

The project is one of several the ministry is working on to document and digitize the memory of Saudi culture and preserve the rich fabric of the Kingdom's cultural heritage.
According to SPA, the project includes conducting a comprehensive survey of Al-Ahsa's intangible cultural heritage elements, including knowledge and practices related to nature, oral traditions, performing arts, social practices, craftsmanship skills in cultural industries, and traditional arts.

These elements will be digitally documented to preserve the governorate's rich cultural heritage.
Through this project, the Ministry of Culture seeks to instill pride in the Kingdom's cultural identity and achieve the National Culture Strategy's objectives under the Saudi Vision 2030.