Saudi Arabia, France Discuss Boosting Cultural Cooperation

The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat
The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat
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Saudi Arabia, France Discuss Boosting Cultural Cooperation

The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat
The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Assistant Minister of Culture Rakan bin Ibrahim Al-Touq has met with French Ambassador to the Kingdom Patrick Maisonnave to discuss boosting cultural cooperation between the two countries.

Al-Touq praised France's efforts to enhance existing cultural cooperation, commending the French Ministry of Culture's support for initiatives under the memorandum of understanding signed between the two sides in 2021. He highlighted the deep strategic partnership between the two nations across various cultural sectors, mainly film, heritage, museums, fashion, libraries, theater and performing arts, and visual arts.

The ambassador also praised Saudi Arabia's efforts to expand cultural relations with France in the service of both nations. He conveyed France's appreciation to Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan for his dedicated efforts to foster cooperation between the two sides.

Their talks focused on current cultural partnerships between Saudi Arabia and France, reviewing future opportunities and practical steps to promptly implement cultural cooperation and exchange.

The meeting was attended by the Ministry of Culture's Undersecretary for International Cultural Relations Eng. Fahd bin Abdulrahman Al-Kanaan.



‘Arts Telling Stories’ Exhibition Showcases Saudi Heritage under Year of Handicrafts 2025

The exhibition is part of the “Year of Handicrafts 2025” initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture. SPA
The exhibition is part of the “Year of Handicrafts 2025” initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture. SPA
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‘Arts Telling Stories’ Exhibition Showcases Saudi Heritage under Year of Handicrafts 2025

The exhibition is part of the “Year of Handicrafts 2025” initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture. SPA
The exhibition is part of the “Year of Handicrafts 2025” initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture. SPA

The "Arts Telling Stories" Exhibition in Madinah serves as a cultural platform that narrates Saudi stories through authentic handicrafts, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Tuesday.

It said that the exhibition is part of the “Year of Handicrafts 2025” initiatives launched by the Ministry of Culture.

The exhibition features a diverse collection of handcrafted creations that reflect the identity of the local community. Elements of heritage are embodied in palm-based crafts such as baskets, incense burners, and decorative pieces, telling the story of the historical bond between people and palm trees in the environment of Madinah.

The exhibition also showcases wooden artwork, including decorated boxes, vases, and household items crafted with techniques that blend traditional sensibility with modern innovation. It features colorful pottery pieces reflecting folk art, inspired by the colors and landscapes of the region’s geography.

The exhibition represents a valuable addition to the local cultural scene, reflecting the Ministry of Culture’s efforts to activate the role of traditional arts in fostering community awareness and encouraging the younger generation to connect with their cultural roots.