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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.

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Dubai Culture Concludes 'Emirati Creatives in Venice Program'

As part of this initiative, ten Emirati artists participated in a cultural journey exploring the diverse artistic practices displayed at the Venice Biennale - Photo by WAM
As part of this initiative, ten Emirati artists participated in a cultural journey exploring the diverse artistic practices displayed at the Venice Biennale - Photo by WAM
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Dubai Culture Concludes 'Emirati Creatives in Venice Program'

As part of this initiative, ten Emirati artists participated in a cultural journey exploring the diverse artistic practices displayed at the Venice Biennale - Photo by WAM
As part of this initiative, ten Emirati artists participated in a cultural journey exploring the diverse artistic practices displayed at the Venice Biennale - Photo by WAM

Dubai Culture has successfully concluded its ‘Emirati Creatives in Venice Program,’ aimed at showcasing Emirati talent on the global stage and promoting engagement with prominent art practices at the 60th International Art Exhibition at the Venice Biennale, themed 'Foreigners Everywhere'.

Supported by the Sikka Platform, the program reflects Dubai Culture’s commitment to creating opportunities for local talent to flourish and connect with the international arts community, state news agency WAM reported.

As part of this initiative, ten Emirati artists — Anood Al Khoori, Duha Al Hallami, Elham Karimi, Fatima Abdulrahman, Fatma Al Mheiri, Hend Al Murid, Maryam AlHemeiri, Mezna Suwaidan, Nawal Ahmad, and Sara Al Khayyal — participated in a cultural journey exploring the diverse artistic practices displayed at the Venice Biennale. They visited the UAE Pavilion at Arsenale’s Sale d’Armi, where they experienced Abdulla Al Saadi’s exhibit, ‘Sites of Memory, Sites of Amnesia’, a portrayal of his 40-year creative journey through his travels and explorations of the UAE’s natural heritage and landscapes.

The artists further explored Venice’s rich cultural landscape, visiting landmarks such as the Doge’s Palace, renowned for its Venetian Gothic architecture; the Rubelli Foundation, focused on textile arts; the Fondazione Giorgio Cini, dedicated to glass arts; and the ‘Vatican Chapels Pavilion of the Holy See’ within the Venice Biennale, showcasing unique glass installations. This journey offered insights into the interplay between art and environment, encouraging the artists to reflect on their creative approaches. During their time in Venice, the artists met with design experts and university representatives to discuss contemporary trends in art and design. They also met with artist Fabrizio Plessi, who highlighted the role of storytelling and the integration of technology in art. They participated in an interactive workshop by Fernando Masone on combining traditional and modern art techniques.