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.



Saudi Pavilion Launches Cultural Exchange Program at Expo 2025 Osaka

The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat
The Saudi flag. Asharq Al-Awsat
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Saudi Pavilion Launches Cultural Exchange Program at Expo 2025 Osaka

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

The Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka has launched its cultural exchange program, designed to provide professional and personal development for staff from participating pavilions. This initiative aims to share Saudi Arabia's rich cultural heritage and global influence with new team members.

Director of the Saudi Pavilion Eng. Adel Alfayez said that the program celebrates unity through diversity and fosters collaboration among pavilions, enabling the exchange of stories and the building of connections.

Alfayez welcomed the new team members, highlighting their journey through the Kingdom's diverse heritage, landscapes, and economy. This experience will help them build meaningful relationships with visitors and enrich their careers in preparation for Expo 2030 Riyadh.

The program's inaugural phase includes 13 Saudi staff members distributed across five international pavilions, with 15 visiting international staff members rotating through key roles in the Saudi Pavilion for three months. Additional participants will join in later rounds.

Visiting staff will undergo comprehensive training, covering Saudi culture, occupational health and safety, pavilion operational objectives, and visitor experience management. A job shadowing system will provide direct support from Saudi colleagues, ensuring immersion in the Kingdom's culture and skill acquisition.

The Saudi Pavilion will host over 700 events during Expo 2025 Osaka, including live shows, performing arts, and heritage activities. Visitors can enjoy a rich cultural experience featuring an augmented reality exhibit, as well as musical performances and special events marking national occasions.