ICESCO, Saudi Heritage Commission Discuss Cooperation on Cultural Preservation

The meeting in Rabat highlighted the importance of joint efforts to safeguard Islamic world heritage
The meeting in Rabat highlighted the importance of joint efforts to safeguard Islamic world heritage
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ICESCO, Saudi Heritage Commission Discuss Cooperation on Cultural Preservation

The meeting in Rabat highlighted the importance of joint efforts to safeguard Islamic world heritage
The meeting in Rabat highlighted the importance of joint efforts to safeguard Islamic world heritage

Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) Director-General Dr. Salim Al-Malik has met with Saudi Heritage Commission's legal team director Mohammed Mahnashi and cultural asset trade director Nader Nafea to explore prospects for cooperation in the fields of heritage preservation, as well as efforts to combat illicit trafficking in cultural property.

The meeting at ICESCO’s headquarters in Rabat on Friday highlighted the importance of joint efforts to safeguard Islamic world heritage through documentation and registration initiatives, including the development of digital platforms for heritage archiving and the disclosure of missing artifacts.

Discussions also covered the organization of joint cultural and artistic events, hands-on training programs on preventing illicit trade in cultural property, capacity-building workshops for cultural professionals, and the activation of bilateral and international legislative frameworks to support heritage protection.



Culture Ministry Launches Saudi Cultural Week in Osaka

The Saudi Ministry of Culture logo
The Saudi Ministry of Culture logo
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Culture Ministry Launches Saudi Cultural Week in Osaka

The Saudi Ministry of Culture logo
The Saudi Ministry of Culture logo

The Saudi Cultural Week in Osaka, Japan, organized by the Ministry of Culture, kicked off on Saturday and will run until July 15 at the Expo 2025 Osaka headquarters.

The events mark the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan. The Cultural Week highlights the “Year of Handicrafts 2025” initiative as a key element of Saudi cultural identity, emphasizing the strength of the Kingdom’s creative industries and showcasing the craftsmanship of Saudi artisans to Japanese and international audiences through an interactive cultural experience.

Activities include a photography exhibition documenting the history of Saudi-Japanese relations, capturing key historical milestones and the enduring ties between the two nations.

The Heritage Commission is also organizing an exhibition of traditional Saudi crafts in collaboration with the Saudi Artisanal Company. The display features live demonstrations of palm frond weaving, Sadu weaving, and clay pot making by artisans from both countries.

A traditional Saudi majlis will also be held, offering a display of the Kingdom’s renowned hospitality with Saudi coffee and dates, accompanied by a joint musical performance.

The Kingdom’s pavilion at Expo 2025 will continue to host more than 700 diverse cultural events, providing visitors with an immersive experience of Saudi Arabia’s cultural diversity and richness.