Riyadh Hosts GCC Society for History, Archaeology Forum

The 23rd GCC Society for History and Archaeology forum launches in Riyadh - SPA
The 23rd GCC Society for History and Archaeology forum launches in Riyadh - SPA
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Riyadh Hosts GCC Society for History, Archaeology Forum

The 23rd GCC Society for History and Archaeology forum launches in Riyadh - SPA
The 23rd GCC Society for History and Archaeology forum launches in Riyadh - SPA

The 23rd GCC Society for History and Archaeology forum, organized by the Heritage Commission in cooperation with King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) was launched in Riyadh. It will run for two days and involve 300 researchers in history and archaeology, SPA reported.
Darah CEO Turki Al-Shuwaier stressed in his opening speech that the forum is a vivid example of how interdisciplinary sciences can equip individuals to think critically, serve their communities, and contribute to human progress.
Heritage Commission CEO Dr. Jasir Al-Harbash commended the society's efforts in serving history and antiquities enthusiasts in the GCC region. He highlighted the successes of the Heritage Commission in Saudi Arabia, particularly the registration of the Cultural Landscape of Al-Faw Archaeological Area and At-Turaif District in Diriyah on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The forum aims to foster scientific advancement in the society's field of expertise and empower members to contribute to scientific research. It showcases the contributions of GCC citizens in archaeology, heritage, and history and facilitates cultural exchange to promote scientific production in these areas.



Saudi Heritage Commission to Organize GCC Society for History and Archaeology Forum

The Saudi Heritage Commission logo
The Saudi Heritage Commission logo
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Saudi Heritage Commission to Organize GCC Society for History and Archaeology Forum

The Saudi Heritage Commission logo
The Saudi Heritage Commission logo

Riyadh is set to host on Wednesday the 23rd session of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Society for History and Archaeology Forum.

Co-organized by the Heritage Commission and the King Abdulaziz Foundation (Darah), the forum aims to exchange expertise, discuss scientific studies on the history of the GCC countries, and explore future work to enhance cooperation among the participating countries.

The forum's scientific sessions will cover various topics related to the history and cultural heritage of the GCC countries, including prehistoric and ancient historical periods, as well as Islamic history. The forum will also discuss modern and contemporary history of the Gulf region and the most prominent historical and archaeological issues in the history of the Arabian Peninsula.

The GCC Society for History and Archaeology was established in 1997 with the aim of enhancing scientific research in the heritage and history sectors and highlighting the region's heritage and archaeological assets.

The Heritage Commission noted that organizing this scientific forum follows a series of cultural events it organizes to preserve and develop the sector and to highlight the Kingdom's culture.