Mohammed bin Rashid Reviews Cultural District Project in Dubai South

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reviewed the cultural district project. WAM
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reviewed the cultural district project. WAM
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Mohammed bin Rashid Reviews Cultural District Project in Dubai South

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reviewed the cultural district project. WAM
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reviewed the cultural district project. WAM

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, reviewed the cultural district project, located within the Azizi Venice community in Dubai South, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported.

Launched by Azizi Developments, the project aims to enrich Dubai’s cultural and art landscape and foster innovation in the creative sector, WAM said.

Sheikh Mohammed was briefed by Mirwais Azizi, Founder and Chairman of Azizi Developments, on the key components of the project which seeks to strengthen Dubai's position as a global cultural hub and improve its ranking in global competitiveness indices. The unique project reflects Dubai's commitment to nurturing creative talent, reinforcing its reputation as a leading destination for creatives worldwide.

Aligned with the aims of the Dubai Creative Economy Strategy, the cultural district project in Dubai South supports the leadership’s vision to transform Dubai into a global creative economy capital. By fostering a supportive environment for creatives, investors, and entrepreneurs, the project aims to drive global leadership in culture and creativity. Creative business incubators that use advanced technology to empower creatives and enhance the sector’s global competitiveness are central to this initiative.

The cultural district in Dubai South will feature a collection of exceptional facilities, including an opera house, theater, exhibition halls, and a performing arts academy. Designed to enrich Dubai's vibrant and diverse cultural scene, the project is poised to attract artists and creatives from around the globe. Seamlessly blending art and culture, the upcoming district promises to be a vibrant hub, enriching the lives of Dubai South residents through diverse activities and experiences.



Preparations Underway for Riyadh International Book Fair

Preparations Underway for Riyadh International Book Fair
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Preparations Underway for Riyadh International Book Fair

Preparations Underway for Riyadh International Book Fair

Saudi Arabia's Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission continues to prepare to hold this year's Riyadh International Book Fair, scheduled to take place from September 26 to October 5 at the King Saud University campus in Riyadh.

The event feature writers, intellectuals, and thought leaders from the Kingdom and abroad, as well as over 2,000 local, Arab, and international publishing houses from 30 countries, which will further solidify the fair’s status as one of the most significant international cultural platforms in the Arab world.

The fair will feature 800 pavilions and over 200 events suitable for all age groups and activities focused on promoting the culture of reading and fostering cultural creativity.

An area dedicated to children will offer literary, cultural, and recreational activities and competitions that aim to nurture creativity in children and youths. Activities will also focus on developing young people’s love for reading, nurturing curiosity, and discovering and honing their talents.

The fair will also contain a special area for self-published Saudi authors, reflecting the commitment of the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission to fostering a supportive environment for cultural creativity, strengthening the local publishing industry, empowering Saudi writers, and providing them with a platform to present their literary works to a broad audience.

Qatar will be the guest of honor at this year's fair, showcasing its cultural and intellectual heritage through a special pavilion featuring rare manuscripts and publications from its Ministry of Culture.

Commission CEO Dr. Mohammed Alwan underscored the significance of the Riyadh International Book Fair, which, he said, spans five decades and is one of the region's foremost cultural events. Its success, he added, reflects the Saudi leadership's unwavering support for the cultural sector and solidifies the Kingdom's role in shaping the Arab cultural landscape.

The fair provides culture and book enthusiasts with a journey that integrates the latest modern technologies and digital solutions, he stated. It offers them the opportunity to explore thousands of new publications in various fields, and to take part in a diverse and rich cultural program that involves prominent figures in culture, art, and literature from Saudi Arabia, the region and the world.