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Plans for Memorial to Queen Elizabeth II to Be Unveiled in 2026 to Mark Her 100th Birthday

In this Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012 file photo, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II looks up and waves to members of staff of The Foreign and Commonwealth Office as she ends an official visit which is part of her Jubilee celebrations in London. (AP)
In this Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012 file photo, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II looks up and waves to members of staff of The Foreign and Commonwealth Office as she ends an official visit which is part of her Jubilee celebrations in London. (AP)
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Plans for Memorial to Queen Elizabeth II to Be Unveiled in 2026 to Mark Her 100th Birthday

In this Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012 file photo, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II looks up and waves to members of staff of The Foreign and Commonwealth Office as she ends an official visit which is part of her Jubilee celebrations in London. (AP)
In this Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012 file photo, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II looks up and waves to members of staff of The Foreign and Commonwealth Office as she ends an official visit which is part of her Jubilee celebrations in London. (AP)

An independent body will unveil plans for a permanent memorial to Britain's Queen Elizabeth II in 2026, to mark what would have been the late monarch's 100th birthday, the government said Sunday.

The Cabinet Office said Robin Janvrin, Elizabeth's former private secretary, has been appointed as chairman of the Queen Elizabeth memorial committee to consider proposals for a “fitting tribute” to Britain's longest-reigning monarch following her death in September 2022.

The queen died in Balmoral, her beloved Scottish castle estate, at 96 years old after 70 years on the throne.

Janvrin and other officials on the committee will consider Elizabeth's life of public service and the causes she supported, and recommend plans for a national legacy program in the late queen's honor.

“It will be a unique challenge to try to capture for future generations Her Late Majesty’s extraordinary contribution to our national life throughout her very long reign,” said Janvrin, who worked at Buckingham Palace in various roles from 1987 to 2007.

The recommendations will be presented to Elizabeth's heir King Charles III and the prime minister.

In 1955 Elizabeth unveiled a statue of her father, George VI, on The Mall outside Buckingham Palace.

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Saudi Crafts Shine at Banan Exhibition

The Banan Exhibition brought together artisans from over 25 countries. SPA
The Banan Exhibition brought together artisans from over 25 countries. SPA
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Saudi Crafts Shine at Banan Exhibition

The Banan Exhibition brought together artisans from over 25 countries. SPA
The Banan Exhibition brought together artisans from over 25 countries. SPA

The Saudi International Handicrafts Week Exhibition (Banan) served as a cultural forum, bringing together pioneers of handicrafts from across the globe, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

With participation from more than 25 countries, alongside Saudi artisans, the exhibition provided a vibrant space to explore diverse traditional arts that reflect the unique cultures of different peoples, SPA said.
Amid this diversity, Saudi handicrafts held a prominent position. The international participation offered Saudi artisans an opportunity to present their heritage in a global context, showcasing traditional crafts such as Sadu weaving, metal engraving, and palm frond weaving. These displays underscored Saudi heritage as an essential component of the international cultural landscape, SPA said.
One participating Saudi artisan remarked, “The exhibition is not only an opportunity to display our work but also a chance to learn from other cultures and discover similarities between our heritage and that of other nations.”
A visitor expressed his admiration, stating, “The exhibition allowed us to witness this incredible cultural diversity in one place. It gave us insights into the similarities and differences among various peoples through their handicrafts.”
By bringing together artisans from over 25 countries, the Banan Exhibition significantly contributed to fostering cultural understanding and dialogue among nations.