Saudi Arabia is Guest of Honor at Beijing International Book Fair 2024

The Kingdom's participation is overseen by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission
The Kingdom's participation is overseen by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission
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Saudi Arabia is Guest of Honor at Beijing International Book Fair 2024

The Kingdom's participation is overseen by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission
The Kingdom's participation is overseen by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission

Saudi Arabia is getting ready to inaugurate its pavilion at Beijing International Book Fair 2024 as the guest of honor for this year's edition, which will be held from June 19 to 23 in the Chinese capital.
The Kingdom's participation is overseen by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission and a number of cultural and national entities.

The Kingdom's pavilion includes participation from a variety of sectors, including the Heritage Commission, Culinary Arts Commission, Film Commission, Ministry of Investment, King Abdulaziz Foundation (Darah), King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language, King Abdulaziz Public Library, King Fahd National Library, and Saudi Publishing Association.
This diversity aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of Saudi culture, including Saudi intellectual production and the promotion of investment opportunities in the Kingdom, particularly in the cultural sector. In addition, several seminars and dialogue sessions highlighting Saudi culture and its various connections to Chinese culture will be held.
The Saudi dinner, a special display of books, manuscripts, and artifacts, a live performance of traditional performing arts, a display of costumes and paintings, screenings of Saudi films, a corner for the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Award for Cultural Cooperation between Saudi Arabia and China, and special corners for the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission's partners will be on the sidelines of the participation.



King Salman Arabic Language Academy Launches Arabic Language Month in Mexico

The Arabic Language Month features specialized training courses, scientific and outreach activities - SPA
The Arabic Language Month features specialized training courses, scientific and outreach activities - SPA
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King Salman Arabic Language Academy Launches Arabic Language Month in Mexico

The Arabic Language Month features specialized training courses, scientific and outreach activities - SPA
The Arabic Language Month features specialized training courses, scientific and outreach activities - SPA

The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language launched the Arabic Language Month in Mexico as part of its international efforts to support Arabic language education for non-native speakers and strengthen its cultural and intellectual presence in global academic institutions.

The program runs throughout January and includes a variety of scientific and educational events, such as intensive training courses for teachers and learners, specialized programs for teachers of Arabic as a foreign language, a symposium on the current state and challenges of Arabic language education in Mexico, the administration of the “Hamza” academic test to assess learners’ proficiency, and organized scientific and cultural visits, SPA reported.

Implemented in cooperation with key institutions in Mexico, the program targets teachers, learners, and anyone interested in teaching Arabic as a foreign language.

The Arabic Language Month features specialized training courses, scientific and outreach activities, and active participation from the academy leaders in academic events. It aims to enhance institutional and scientific collaboration, expand international partnerships, and advance the academy’s mission of promoting Arabic language education worldwide.


Holy Sites Journey Program Fosters Cultural Dialogue Among Youth

Participants emphasized the importance of cultural dialogue among youth from Islamic countries - SPA
Participants emphasized the importance of cultural dialogue among youth from Islamic countries - SPA
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Holy Sites Journey Program Fosters Cultural Dialogue Among Youth

Participants emphasized the importance of cultural dialogue among youth from Islamic countries - SPA
Participants emphasized the importance of cultural dialogue among youth from Islamic countries - SPA

The Holy Sites Journey Program for Arab and Islamic Youth, organized by the Ministry of Sport in collaboration with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the League Arab, has fostered cultural dialogue among youth from Arab and Islamic countries through specialized discussion sessions.

These sessions highlighted shared values and religious and cultural experiences within a framework that reflects the Kingdom’s civilizational and humanitarian message, SPA reported.

Participants emphasized the importance of cultural dialogue among youth from Islamic countries, highlighting its role in fostering mutual understanding, challenging stereotypes, and building bridges of communication grounded in respect and coexistence.


Janadriyah Village Opens Friday with Culture, Camels, and Family Entertainment

These events are organized under the supervision of the Saudi Camel Sports - SPA
These events are organized under the supervision of the Saudi Camel Sports - SPA
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Janadriyah Village Opens Friday with Culture, Camels, and Family Entertainment

These events are organized under the supervision of the Saudi Camel Sports - SPA
These events are organized under the supervision of the Saudi Camel Sports - SPA

The Janadriyah village, part of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Camel Festival, will open to visitors this Friday, offering a rich cultural and entertainment experience for the entire family. Spanning 15,000 square meters, the village includes more than 60 diverse booths designed to meet visitors’ needs, SPA reported.

The village is an ideal destination for families and tourists interested in camel racing heritage. It offers a wide range of restaurants and cafés, alongside shops selling traditional handicrafts and modern products that cater to all tastes.

It also features a dedicated events stage hosting continuous cultural and artistic performances, as well as camel-riding activities that offer visitors a unique hands-on experience.

These events are organized under the supervision of the Saudi Camel Sports, reflecting its commitment to preserving this national heritage, introducing it to younger generations, and transforming camel racing from a traditional sport into a global cultural, tourism, and economic platform, supporting Saudi cultural identity and aligning with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals in culture and entertainment.