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Saudi Culinary Arts on Show at Algiers International Book Fair 2026

The collection also includes "Buraidah," which explores the culinary and cultural heritage of Qassim Region - SPA
The collection also includes "Buraidah," which explores the culinary and cultural heritage of Qassim Region - SPA
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Saudi Culinary Arts on Show at Algiers International Book Fair 2026

The collection also includes "Buraidah," which explores the culinary and cultural heritage of Qassim Region - SPA
The collection also includes "Buraidah," which explores the culinary and cultural heritage of Qassim Region - SPA

The Culinary Arts Commission is participating in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s pavilion at the Algiers International Book Fair 2026 with a collection of Saudi publications on local culinary arts, which form part of Saudi Arabia’s cultural identity.

The publications are led by "Sufra: Saudi Feast," which documents culinary traditions across Saudi Arabia’s 13 regions. It received two Gourmand Awards in 2024: Best Hospitality Book and Best Arab Cuisine Cookbook, SPA reported.

The collection also includes "Buraidah," which explores the culinary and cultural heritage of Qassim Region and its traditional dishes, many of which are associated with the region’s agricultural environment and traditional markets.

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Saudi Film Confex Concludes with Agreements to Boost Film Industry Growth

Saudi Film Confex Concludes with Agreements to Boost Film Industry Growth
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Saudi Film Confex Concludes with Agreements to Boost Film Industry Growth

Saudi Film Confex Concludes with Agreements to Boost Film Industry Growth

The Film Commission has concluded the fourth edition of the Saudi Film Confex, held under the patronage of Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Film Commission Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan on October 28 and 29, 2026, at JAX Film Studios in Riyadh.

The event brought together industry leaders, decision-makers, professionals, and specialists to strengthen investment and partnership opportunities and support the growth of Saudi Arabia's film industry. It also saw the launch of the Saudi Film Industry Annual Report 2025, which reviews the sector's key performance indicators, achievements, and developments.

The program featured 20 sessions and workshops, with the participation of 40 speakers and trainers. The event also witnessed the signing of several agreements and memoranda of understanding.

The program addressed key trends shaping the future of the industry. The opening session examined integration between the media and film sectors and how they can contribute to a shared growth story.

Eleven specialists delivered 10 workshops, with five held each day, to broaden participants' knowledge and hone their skills across the various stages of filmmaking.

The Saudi Film Confex is part of the Film Commission's efforts to empower and develop the film industry and expand investment and partnership opportunities, in line with the National Culture Strategy, which is guided by Saudi Vision 2030.

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Saudi Culinary Arts on Show at Algiers International Book Fair 2026

The collection also includes "Buraidah," which explores the culinary and cultural heritage of Qassim Region - SPA
The collection also includes "Buraidah," which explores the culinary and cultural heritage of Qassim Region - SPA
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Saudi Culinary Arts on Show at Algiers International Book Fair 2026

The collection also includes "Buraidah," which explores the culinary and cultural heritage of Qassim Region - SPA
The collection also includes "Buraidah," which explores the culinary and cultural heritage of Qassim Region - SPA

The Culinary Arts Commission is participating in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s pavilion at the Algiers International Book Fair 2026 with a collection of Saudi publications on local culinary arts, which form part of Saudi Arabia’s cultural identity.

The publications are led by "Sufra: Saudi Feast," which documents culinary traditions across Saudi Arabia’s 13 regions. It received two Gourmand Awards in 2024: Best Hospitality Book and Best Arab Cuisine Cookbook, SPA reported.

The collection also includes "Buraidah," which explores the culinary and cultural heritage of Qassim Region and its traditional dishes, many of which are associated with the region’s agricultural environment and traditional markets.

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King Salman Academy Showcases Arabic Language Initiatives at Algiers Book Fair

The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language is showcasing its scholarly publications, projects, and initiatives. SPA
The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language is showcasing its scholarly publications, projects, and initiatives. SPA
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King Salman Academy Showcases Arabic Language Initiatives at Algiers Book Fair

The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language is showcasing its scholarly publications, projects, and initiatives. SPA
The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language is showcasing its scholarly publications, projects, and initiatives. SPA

The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language is showcasing its scholarly publications, projects, and initiatives serving the Arabic language as part of Saudi Arabia’s participation in the 2026 Algiers International Book Fair.

Among the offerings on display are the Riyadh Dictionary of Contemporary Arabic, the Hamza Test for measuring linguistic proficiency, and the “Ahlan Wa Sahlan” platform for teaching Arabic to non-native speakers.

The academy’s booth has attracted visitors interested in the Arabic language and culture.