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Ithra Participates as Cultural Partner in Misk Global Forum 2025

Ithra Participates as Cultural Partner in Misk Global Forum 2025
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Ithra Participates as Cultural Partner in Misk Global Forum 2025

Ithra Participates as Cultural Partner in Misk Global Forum 2025

The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra), an Aramco initiative, is participating as a cultural partner in the Misk Global Forum (MGF) 2025, held at the Mohammed Bin Salman Nonprofit City “Misk City” in Riyadh.

Ithra’s participation at the MGF, held November 19 and 20 under the theme “Created by Youth,” reflects the role of culture and creativity in generating new energy that fuels development and shapes a more innovative future. It also reaffirms Aramco’s approach to investing in knowledge as a strategic pathway to sustainable development, SPA reported.

Ithra acting director Mussab AlSaaran said the center’s participation as a cultural partner in MGF 2025 reflects Ithra’s role in fostering cultural exchange and empowering youth, channeling their energy to build bridges of communication between institutions and individuals.

He emphasized the importance of cultivating entrepreneurial thinking, which contributes to societal development and has a significant impact on cultural industries. AlSaaran expressed pride in Ithra’s participation.

The forum reflects the visions and aspirations of youth, highlighting the power of innovation and collaboration within youth initiatives as key drivers for shaping a sustainable and transformative future.

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Heritage Commission Releases Documentary on Saudi Underwater Heritage

The film highlights the commission’s efforts in research, documentation, and protection of the marine environment
The film highlights the commission’s efforts in research, documentation, and protection of the marine environment
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Heritage Commission Releases Documentary on Saudi Underwater Heritage

The film highlights the commission’s efforts in research, documentation, and protection of the marine environment
The film highlights the commission’s efforts in research, documentation, and protection of the marine environment

The Heritage Commission in Jeddah launched a special screening of a documentary film that introduces underwater cultural heritage and highlights its importance within the national heritage framework.

The film highlights the commission’s efforts in research, documentation, and protection of the marine environment, while raising public awareness of underwater heritage and its growing cultural significance.

It follows research teams and divers uncovering archaeological evidence beneath the Red Sea, including shipwrecks, artifacts, and traces of human activity across different historical periods, offering insight into the Kingdom’s maritime history.

The screening reflects the growing importance of underwater heritage in the cultural landscape and the role of heritage in shaping identity, history, and national memory.

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Red Sea International Film Festival Opens Early Registration for Sixth Edition

Red Sea International Film Festival Opens Early Registration for Sixth Edition
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Red Sea International Film Festival Opens Early Registration for Sixth Edition

Red Sea International Film Festival Opens Early Registration for Sixth Edition

The Red Sea International Film Festival has announced the opening of early registration for its sixth edition, scheduled to take place in Historic Jeddah from December 3 to 12.

The festival stated that the new edition will feature a diverse program combining film screenings, professional events, and specialized discussions. It will also host a lineup of filmmakers, producers, experts, and leaders from the global film industry, SPA reported.

The early registration offers guests four complimentary film screening tickets per day, along with priority booking access 48 hours before tickets are officially released to the public.

The festival’s sixth edition reflects the Kingdom’s dynamic cultural and cinematic landscape by supporting the development of the film sector, empowering national talent, and strengthening Jeddah’s position as a regional hub for creative industries.

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King Abdulaziz Public Library Inaugurates Largest Specialized Children's Library

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA
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King Abdulaziz Public Library Inaugurates Largest Specialized Children's Library

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA

The King Abdulaziz Public Library today inaugurated the "Children's Library," the largest specialized children's library in Saudi Arabia, with notable participation from cultural, educational, and media figures.

The library accommodates over 500 children from newborns to age 18 through modern spaces that cater to various age groups' educational, cultural, and psychological needs, SPA reported.

The library features modern cultural theaters hosting literary programs, theatrical performances, and artistic and educational events, alongside smart halls equipped with the latest educational and interactive technologies, offering children an advanced knowledge experience.

It also includes innovation incubators and specialized laboratories for young people in technology and creativity, enabling them to develop their skills in an environment that fosters thinking, exploration, and future idea generation.

The library accommodates the cultural and linguistic diversity of its users through dedicated areas and multilingual resources, including print, digital, and interactive media.

The library is an advanced regional model combining Saudi cultural identity with global best practices, serving as an educational beacon for future generations.