Riyadh to Host International Conference on Arabic Language Computing

A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
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Riyadh to Host International Conference on Arabic Language Computing

A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)
A view of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (SPA)

The King Salman Global Academy for the Arabic Language will hold its third international conference in Riyadh from October 6 to 7.

Tackling "Arabic language computing and linguistic data enrichment", the event is expected to draw local, regional, and international institutions involved in the field.

University professors, and 40 researchers from 22 countries will attend to tackle subjects, such as computational linguistics, computer science, and Arabic language.

Through this conference, the academy hopes to contribute to the integration of the work of computer scientists and linguists in computational linguistics, bridge the knowledge gap, present their work and projects, and enrich Arabic datasets to improve and develop AI models.

It also seeks to support Arabic language automated processing and make it accessible, in line with the objectives of the Human Capability Development Program, one of Saudi Vision 2030 programs.

The conference will address topics related to the automated processing of the Arabic language, including machine learning, speech-to-text conversion, automated recognition of images, and topics related to computational linguistics, used in learning and teaching Arabic.



Saudi National Museum Celebrates World Arabic Language Day with Interactive Events

Saudi National Museum Celebrates World Arabic Language Day with Interactive Events
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Saudi National Museum Celebrates World Arabic Language Day with Interactive Events

Saudi National Museum Celebrates World Arabic Language Day with Interactive Events

The Saudi National Museum, in collaboration with the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language (KSGAAL), will celebrate World Arabic Language Day on Saturday with engaging events.

The celebration aims to showcase the Arabic language's beauty and cultural richness while emphasizing the museum's role in preserving ancient cultural heritage.

Under the theme "Arabic Language and AI: Advancing Innovation While Preserving Cultural Heritage," the program will feature insightful dialogue sessions exploring the role of the Arabic language in the modern era and innovative approaches to reviving it through enriched educational methods. In addition, visitors will have the opportunity to delve into the rich history of the Arabic language through engaging presentations.

The celebration will also offer a variety of interactive activities, taking visitors on a journey through the history of the Arabic language, from ancient symbols to contemporary artistic expressions. Furthermore, the program will include captivating musical performances and other engaging experiences that highlight the value and civilizational significance of the Arabic language.