Dubai to Grant Cultural Visas to 1,000 Creators, Artists

 Dubai seeks to draw writers and artists as part of the emirate's project to stimulate the cultural economy (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Dubai seeks to draw writers and artists as part of the emirate's project to stimulate the cultural economy (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Dubai to Grant Cultural Visas to 1,000 Creators, Artists

 Dubai seeks to draw writers and artists as part of the emirate's project to stimulate the cultural economy (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Dubai seeks to draw writers and artists as part of the emirate's project to stimulate the cultural economy (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority announced that it will grant cultural visas to 1,000 creators and artists from across the world in the upcoming phase.

The cultural visa was launched in 2019 by Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

The long-term cultural visa is granted for 10 years to accomplished creative talent in different fields in the hope of making Dubai a global hub for culture and creativity.

The Authority reported that it received 261 application from 46 countries.

A total of 120 applicants have met the required and optional criteria. A majority of these applicants have been issued visas while the remaining are currently under process.

“Dubai provides a stimulating and supportive environment for creativity and creators. The decision to grant intellectuals, creators and talented individuals a cultural visa enhances the emirate’s position as a global centre for culture, an incubator for creativity, a thriving hub for talent, and a preferred cultural destination," said Hala Badri, the Director-General of Dubai Culture.

"Dubai’s contributions have helped raise the UAE’s position in the global cultural landscape by attracting exceptional writers, artists and creators," she added.

The long-term cultural visa is granted for 10 years to accomplished creative talent in the fields of literature, culture, fine arts, performing arts, and design, and those in the heritage, history and knowledge-related sectors as well as intellectual and creative industries.



Saudi Arabia: King Salman Royal Reserve Records Birth of Nubian Ibex

The authority noted that the reproduction of animals within the reserve reflects the quality and suitability of its natural habitats for wildlife. SPA
The authority noted that the reproduction of animals within the reserve reflects the quality and suitability of its natural habitats for wildlife. SPA
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Saudi Arabia: King Salman Royal Reserve Records Birth of Nubian Ibex

The authority noted that the reproduction of animals within the reserve reflects the quality and suitability of its natural habitats for wildlife. SPA
The authority noted that the reproduction of animals within the reserve reflects the quality and suitability of its natural habitats for wildlife. SPA

The field team at the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Natural Reserve recorded the birth of a Nubian ibex in March.

The King Salman bin Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority stated that over the past period, more than 81 mountain ibexes have been reintroduced across various areas of the reserve. This effort aligns with its commitment to protecting wildlife and providing a thriving environment for their growth and reproduction.
The authority noted that the reproduction of animals within the reserve reflects the quality and suitability of its natural habitats for wildlife. It also highlights its continuous commitment to conserving and protecting endangered species.

The reserve has recorded over 120 births of mammals, including the Arabian oryx, sand gazelle, Nubian ibex, and Arabian gazelle across its designated areas.