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Saudi KFCRIS Inaugurates UNESCO Chair in Translating Cultures 

Saudi Arabia’s King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies (KFCRIS) inaugurates the UNESCO Chair in Translating Cultures on Tuesday. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia’s King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies (KFCRIS) inaugurates the UNESCO Chair in Translating Cultures on Tuesday. (SPA)
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Saudi KFCRIS Inaugurates UNESCO Chair in Translating Cultures 

Saudi Arabia’s King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies (KFCRIS) inaugurates the UNESCO Chair in Translating Cultures on Tuesday. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia’s King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies (KFCRIS) inaugurates the UNESCO Chair in Translating Cultures on Tuesday. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia’s King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies (KFCRIS) inaugurated on Tuesday the UNESCO Chair in Translating Cultures with the support of the Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission (LPTC).

The program aims to encourage research and partnerships in translating cultures and cultural texts and building bridges between civilizations that create diverse cultural dialogues.

Speaking at the launching ceremony, LPTC CEO Dr. Mohammed Hasan Alwan said the inauguration of the UNESCO chair embodies a major aspect of the cultural aspirations of Saudi Vision 2030, and boosts international cooperation in the field of research and development

The UNESCO chair will generate scientific contributions in the field of cultural translation, and it will be a leading platform for exchanging experiences and knowledge between researchers worldwide, he stressed.

The UNESCO Chair in Translating Cultures meets the growing need for specialized research in the humanities and social sciences, comprehensive education, and cultural diversity and encourages partnerships that gather the experience of representatives of academic sectors to bolster scientific research.

It will provide scholarships, organize seminars and enrich current academic theses to develop the concept of Arab culture and cultural diversity.

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Saudi Arabia Launches Arab Week at UNESCO in Paris

Saudi Arabia launches Arab Week at UNESCO in Paris. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia launches Arab Week at UNESCO in Paris. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Launches Arab Week at UNESCO in Paris

Saudi Arabia launches Arab Week at UNESCO in Paris. (SPA)
Saudi Arabia launches Arab Week at UNESCO in Paris. (SPA)

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on Monday inaugurated the first Arab Week at UNESCO initiative in Paris in an event organized by the Arab Group at the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
The event was attended by Saudi Arabia’s permanent Arab representatives, several ambassadors, Arab and international diplomats in France, and a group of UNESCO officials and leaders.
Marking the first of its kind in the Arab world in over half a century, the event was officially launched by Jordanian Ambassador to France Leena Al-Hadid, who also serves as the chair of the Arab Group at UNESCO.
Al-Hadid emphasized that the event provides a unique opportunity to spotlight the rich cultural heritage of the Arab world that spans centuries, referring to the region's extensive contributions to science, philosophy, literature, and arts.
During the launch, Al-Hadid extended the Arab Group's appreciation to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its valuable initiative and to Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan for his efforts and support in making this exceptional event possible for the Arab countries, which drew significant cultural participation from various nations.
Throughout Arab Week at UNESCO, 22 booths representing the Arab countries are showcasing their cultural heritage, history, and elements of their civilizations, interacting with visitors, engaging audiences, and boosting cultural ties among organizers and attendees from around the globe.
The event also features seven seminars covering topics such as language, calligraphy, Arabic literature, artificial intelligence, education and fine arts, intangible cultural heritage, and world heritage. The seminars attracted academic institutions, experts, and specialists from the fields of education, culture, and science, aiming to reach ambitious ideas based on deep research rooted in Arab experiences tied to centuries-long heritage, civilization, and history.