King Abdulaziz Library Branch at Beijing University Enhances Arab-Chinese Cultural Interaction

The King Abdulaziz Public Library branch at Beijing University hosted a series of cultural events in October. SPA
The King Abdulaziz Public Library branch at Beijing University hosted a series of cultural events in October. SPA
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King Abdulaziz Library Branch at Beijing University Enhances Arab-Chinese Cultural Interaction

The King Abdulaziz Public Library branch at Beijing University hosted a series of cultural events in October. SPA
The King Abdulaziz Public Library branch at Beijing University hosted a series of cultural events in October. SPA

The King Abdulaziz Public Library branch at Beijing University hosted a series of cultural events in October aimed at enhancing cooperation and communication between Arab and Chinese cultures.

The branch welcomed Shanghai Art Collection Museum president Hu Muqing, whose visit was part of efforts to strengthen cultural and artistic collaboration between the two institutions.

During the visit, Muqing was introduced to the library's various sections and cultural programs. He discussed with library officials the potential for future cooperation in organizing joint exhibitions and launching cultural and artistic projects that combine Saudi and Chinese cultural heritage. The two sides explored the possibility of holding events to exchange art collections and artifacts, which would expand the horizons of artistic exchange between the two nations.

The library branch also received a delegation from Saudi Arabia’s Research, Development, and Innovation Authority (RDIA), led by its General Director of Planning and Development for Grants, Dr. Maha Al-Mozaini. The visit aimed to enhance cultural and academic cooperation between Saudi Arabia and China, with discussions focused on opportunities for collaboration in energy, industrial leadership, sustainable development, and healthcare.

As part of its periodic scientific and cultural seminars, the library branch, in cooperation with the Languages Faculty, hosted a cultural and educational seminar on the experience of teaching Arabic and Chinese languages in Egypt. The event was attended by academics and experts in the fields of language, culture, and education from both countries, along with a large number of students interested in language learning and cultural communication.

A delegation from Tianjin Publishing House visited the King Abdulaziz Public Library branch to enhance cultural and intellectual cooperation between the two parties. The visit included a tour of the library's various sections, featuring Arabic and Chinese books as well as photos, manuscripts, documents, and cultural materials that contribute to reinforcing the foundation of knowledge-based relations between Arab and Chinese cultures.



Tanweer Festival in UAE to Showcase Diverse Cultural Expressions

Held in the Mleiha Desert, Sharjah, this event will feature three days of artistic and cultural activities. WAM
Held in the Mleiha Desert, Sharjah, this event will feature three days of artistic and cultural activities. WAM
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Tanweer Festival in UAE to Showcase Diverse Cultural Expressions

Held in the Mleiha Desert, Sharjah, this event will feature three days of artistic and cultural activities. WAM
Held in the Mleiha Desert, Sharjah, this event will feature three days of artistic and cultural activities. WAM

The three-day Tanweer Festival 2024, themed "Timeless Echoes of Love and Light," will bring an immersive cultural gathering to the UAE on November 22, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported.

Inspired by the legacy of Jalal al-Din Al Rumi, the festival invites global audiences to engage in shared expressions of music, art, poetry, and cultural exchange, WAM said.

Held in the Mleiha Desert, Sharjah, this event will feature three days of artistic and cultural activities, with over 100 musicians from more than 15 nations, performing across four uniquely designed stages, along with ten workshops and immersive art installations.

The festival’s program integrates performances by renowned artists such as Sami Yusuf, Dhafer Youssef, Kamal Musallam, and Constantinople with Ghalia Benali, each contributing to a diverse artistic atmosphere.

The event will include ten workshops aimed at enhancing creative skills and understanding cultural traditions, from Sufi whirling to calligraphy lighting, led by experienced practitioners.

Visitors can also explore art installations by visionary artists such as Karim + Elias, Ahmad Kattan, and Omar Al Gurg, which will provide reflective and inspirational experiences.

Tanweer’s “Nourish” culinary area will feature 12 vendors offering local and international dishes, reflecting the festival’s ethos of cross-cultural connection through food.

The marketplace will host 14 local and international artisans, showcasing handcrafted items and sustainable goods that celebrate diverse artistic traditions.