Saudi Embassy in Poland Organizes International Year of Camelids Celebration

The event drew a large crowd of Polish citizens, diplomats, and media representatives. (SPA)
The event drew a large crowd of Polish citizens, diplomats, and media representatives. (SPA)
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Saudi Embassy in Poland Organizes International Year of Camelids Celebration

The event drew a large crowd of Polish citizens, diplomats, and media representatives. (SPA)
The event drew a large crowd of Polish citizens, diplomats, and media representatives. (SPA)

The Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Poland hosted in Warsaw on Sunday an activity to commemorate the International Year of Camelids.

A special tent was erected for the occasion, featuring brochures highlighting the Kingdom's culture and history, alongside an informative presentation on camels as a significant cultural and heritage symbol integral to Saudi identity.

The event drew a large crowd of Polish citizens, diplomats, and media representatives.

Guests were treated to traditional Saudi coffee and dates, warmly received for its hospitality characteristic of the Kingdom.



Dubai Culture Celebrates Winners of 3rd Dubai Festival for Youth Music

The competition featured 10 categories with intense rivalry among the finalists. WAM
The competition featured 10 categories with intense rivalry among the finalists. WAM
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Dubai Culture Celebrates Winners of 3rd Dubai Festival for Youth Music

The competition featured 10 categories with intense rivalry among the finalists. WAM
The competition featured 10 categories with intense rivalry among the finalists. WAM

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has crowned the winners of the third Dubai Festival for Youth Music during a ceremony hosted at Etihad Museum, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Thursday.

The festival is geared toward elevating the local music sector, discovering emerging talent, inspiring them to pursue their creative passion, and contribute to strengthening the cultural and creative industries, WAM said.

The closing ceremony was attended by Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture, Fatma Al Jallaf, Acting Director of the Performing Arts Department at Dubai Culture, and poet Dr. Aref Alshaikh, who was honoured with the ‘Music Personality of the Year’ award in recognition of his longstanding literary contributions and influential role in enriching the local cultural landscape.

The event also welcomed the festival’s jury members, including composer Mohammad Malulla, maestro Fadel Hamidi, and artist Jasem Mohamed, WAM said.
The competition featured 10 categories with intense rivalry among the finalists, who unleashed their creativity through captivating musical and vocal performances. These were eagerly followed by the jury and audience, showcasing diverse skills in singing, music composition, instrumental performance, and more.