King Saud University Hosts Int’l Conference on 'Camels in Arab Culture'

The conference aims to highlight the cultural and civilizational values of camels. SPA
The conference aims to highlight the cultural and civilizational values of camels. SPA
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King Saud University Hosts Int’l Conference on 'Camels in Arab Culture'

The conference aims to highlight the cultural and civilizational values of camels. SPA
The conference aims to highlight the cultural and civilizational values of camels. SPA

The Department of Arabic Language and Literature at King Saud University (KSU) will host the fifth International Conference on Camels in Arab Culture on December 30-31, in line with the Ministry of Culture's designation of 2024 as the Year of the Camel.

The conference aims to highlight the cultural and civilizational values of camels, enhance their cultural and literary presence both locally and internationally, and emphasize their significance in Arab culture while affirming their deeply rooted status.

The KSU Department of Arabic Language and Literature invited researchers from Saudi Arabia and abroad to participate in the conference.



Public Prosecution, Heritage Commission Partner to Protect National Heritage

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA
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Public Prosecution, Heritage Commission Partner to Protect National Heritage

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA

The Public Prosecution and the Heritage Commission signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance their collaborative efforts in protecting the national heritage and preserving the Kingdom's national identity, SPA reported.
The MoU entails exchanging information on national heritage protection, combating violations of archaeological sites, and organizing awareness programs to educate the community about the importance of preserving heritage and the penalties for related offenses.
This partnership represents a strategic step to establish a comprehensive framework for protecting heritage sites, enhancing the Kingdom's global status as a cultural heritage destination and reinforcing its leadership in preserving national identity and history.