Saudi Culture Ministry, stc Group Partner on Cultural Projects

The MoU covers several key areas, including developing unique and engaging cultural experiences for various segments of society. SPA
The MoU covers several key areas, including developing unique and engaging cultural experiences for various segments of society. SPA
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Saudi Culture Ministry, stc Group Partner on Cultural Projects

The MoU covers several key areas, including developing unique and engaging cultural experiences for various segments of society. SPA
The MoU covers several key areas, including developing unique and engaging cultural experiences for various segments of society. SPA

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with stc Group to collaborate on strategic projects that will enhance the Saudi cultural sector.

The partnership, which was announced on Thursday, aims to enrich cultural content online and through digital channels, leveraging stc Group's robust infrastructure and digital solutions.

The MoU covers several key areas, including developing unique and engaging cultural experiences for various segments of society, sharing data and insights to improve cultural initiatives, supporting and nurturing cultural talents, enriching cultural content through digital channels and stc Group's wide network, and providing the Culture Ministry with advanced digital solutions such as infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, and IoT.

The MoU aligns with the Ministry's efforts to foster collaboration with the private sector and enrich the Saudi cultural landscape. By leveraging stc Group's digital capabilities, the partnership aims to create a more vibrant and engaging cultural scene that contributes to national identity and fosters local and international cultural interaction.



Winter at Tantora Festival Begins in AlUla

Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
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Winter at Tantora Festival Begins in AlUla

Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)

This year's Winter at Tantora Festival opened Thursday in AlUla, celebrating the region's unique blend of art, culture, and heritage.
The festival, part of ongoing efforts to position AlUla as a premier global tourist destination, will run until January 11. The opening day attracted a large number of visitors who enjoyed a variety of cultural and heritage activities, including live musical performances, art exhibitions, guided tours to archaeological sites, and traditional folk-art displays, said the Saudi Press Agency on Friday.
The festival features a rich program of activities catering to all ages, including workshops, interactive experiences, and culinary events that highlight local cuisine. It also provides an opportunity to explore traditional wedding customs, offering visitors an authentic insight into Saudi culture.
Winter at Tantora is one of the flagship initiatives supporting tourism and heritage as part of the Saudi Vision 2030, and it serves as a platform for cultural exchange, bringing together attendees from around the world.