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King Abdulaziz Center for National Dialogue Introduces Saudi Heritage to Young People Studying in Kingdom

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The flag of Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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King Abdulaziz Center for National Dialogue Introduces Saudi Heritage to Young People Studying in Kingdom

The flag of Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)
The flag of Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat)

The King Abdulaziz Center for National Dialogue (KACND) hosted a youth gathering, bringing together young people of various nationalities as part of its "Ambassador" program.
Deputy Secretary-General of KACND Ibrahim bin Zayed Al-Asimi stated that the "Ambassador" program aims to foster cultural communication, introduce the Saudi identity and heritage, and highlight the authentic traditions and customs of Saudi society.

According to SPA, the initiative seeks to enhance coexistence, strengthen relationships, and promote shared human values such as tolerance and openness to other cultures, in alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
The event featured the participation of the Heritage Commission, which set up a booth to showcase the craft industry and highlight the experiences of international students studying in the Kingdom and their integration into Saudi society.
Attendees engaged in discussions on coexistence and tolerance among civilizations and explored the shared human values connecting different societies. They also learned about social customs and traditions, including culinary practices and unique linguistic expressions, from various cultures.

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Saudi Ministry of Culture Celebrates Successful Year of the Camel

Saudi Arabia launched the Year of the Camel initiative earlier this year to celebrate the camel as a cornerstone of Saudi cultural identity. SPA
Saudi Arabia launched the Year of the Camel initiative earlier this year to celebrate the camel as a cornerstone of Saudi cultural identity. SPA
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Saudi Ministry of Culture Celebrates Successful Year of the Camel

Saudi Arabia launched the Year of the Camel initiative earlier this year to celebrate the camel as a cornerstone of Saudi cultural identity. SPA
Saudi Arabia launched the Year of the Camel initiative earlier this year to celebrate the camel as a cornerstone of Saudi cultural identity. SPA

The Saudi Ministry of Culture has held a ceremony in Laysen Valley, Riyadh, to celebrate the successful conclusion of the Year of the Camel initiative.

Key partners who contributed significantly to achieving the cultural year's objectives were honored at Saturday’s ceremony, which started with a captivating visual presentation of Alheda'a, an oral polyphonic expression accompanied by gestures or musical instruments played by herders to communicate with their camels, recently inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, followed by a visual presentation summarizing the achievements of the Year of the Camel and highlighting the collaborative efforts of the ministry and its partners from the public, private, and non-profit sectors.

The ceremony marked the culmination of a three-day closing activities of the festival organized by the Ministry of Culture, which featured an array of events and activities celebrating camels and their significance in Saudi culture that attracted a large and enthusiastic audience.

The Ministry launched the Year of the Camel initiative earlier this year to celebrate the camel as a cornerstone of Saudi cultural identity. Throughout the year, numerous cultural events and activities were organized both domestically and internationally, celebrating camels and the rich cultural heritage they represent.