The Saudi Museums Commission has signed an executive program with the Cité de la Musique – Philharmonie de Paris to boost cooperation in the fields of museums and music.
The agreement, which aligns with Saudi Arabia’s cultural ambitions under Vision 2030, aims to strengthen cultural ties and foster joint initiatives between the two nations. It was signed by Museums Commission Acting CEO Ibrahim Alsanousi and Philharmonie de Paris CEO Olivier Mantei.
Key areas of cooperation include artifact loans, shared collections, and the exchange of historical musical instruments with the Tariq Abdulhakim Museum in Jeddah. The program also covers collaborative traveling exhibitions and cultural events.
The executive program calls for the development of specialized training and educational initiatives for children and families, including workshops and interactive installations adapted from the Philharmonie’s programs for young audiences.
It also facilitates the exchange of expertise through researcher visits, seminars, and collaborative academic publications related to both permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Alsanousi said the agreement represents a major step forward in cultural collaboration between Saudi Arabia and France. He emphasized that music is a key element of cultural identity and that the partnership will help transform the Tariq Abdulhakim Museum into an interactive and inspiring space for musical education and engagement.
Mantei praised the agreement and expressed pride in working with the Museums Commission. He commended Saudi Arabia’s cultural vision and said the partnership reflects a strong commitment to mutual artistic and social dialogue.
The signing of the executive program followed a cultural memorandum of understanding between the Saudi Ministry of Culture and the French Ministry of Culture, which seeks to strengthen cultural cooperation and support the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
