Riyadh, Seoul Sign MoU on Cultural Exchange

The MoU aims to enhance bilateral relations and achieve mutual benefit in several fields. SPA
The MoU aims to enhance bilateral relations and achieve mutual benefit in several fields. SPA
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Riyadh, Seoul Sign MoU on Cultural Exchange

The MoU aims to enhance bilateral relations and achieve mutual benefit in several fields. SPA
The MoU aims to enhance bilateral relations and achieve mutual benefit in several fields. SPA

Mayor of Riyadh Region Prince Dr. Faisal bin Abdulaziz bin Ayyaf has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon during his visit to South Korea.

The MoU aims to enhance bilateral relations and achieve mutual benefit in several fields including city management and operation, cultural exchange, smart cities, and sustainable urban planning.

The two mayors discussed ways to enhance cooperation between Riyadh and Seoul in the field of urban development.



Rabat Named World Book Capital for 2026

The logo of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seen in front of its headquarters in Paris, France, October 4, 2017. REUTERS/Philippe Wojazer
The logo of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seen in front of its headquarters in Paris, France, October 4, 2017. REUTERS/Philippe Wojazer
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Rabat Named World Book Capital for 2026

The logo of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seen in front of its headquarters in Paris, France, October 4, 2017. REUTERS/Philippe Wojazer
The logo of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) is seen in front of its headquarters in Paris, France, October 4, 2017. REUTERS/Philippe Wojazer

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has designated Rabat as the World Book Capital for 2026, following a recommendation from the World Book Capital Advisory Committee.

In a recent statement, UNESCO highlighted the Moroccan capital's commitment to fostering the book industry and encouraging reading through its 54 publishing houses; it also hosts Africa's third-largest international book fair.

Rabat aims to come up with various initiatives to improve access to books, bolster the local publishing sector, and advance literacy among all age groups and demographics, both nationally and internationally.

The statement added that the celebrations are set to commence on April 23, 2026, coinciding with the World Book and Copyright Day.