Saudi Royal Institute of Traditional Arts Launches Craftsman Bus Tour Event

The event will run until November 23 - SPA
The event will run until November 23 - SPA
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Saudi Royal Institute of Traditional Arts Launches Craftsman Bus Tour Event

The event will run until November 23 - SPA
The event will run until November 23 - SPA

The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth) has revealed the Craftsman Bus initiative, a unique event running until November 23 that aims to familiarize the public with the rich tapestry of Saudi traditional arts.
Touring regions of the Kingdom, the Craftsman Bus offers a blend of live performances, interactive activities, parades, workshops, and community art experiences.

According to SPA, local artisans will showcase their expertise in various traditional arts, including Sadu, hand embroidery, wickerwork, leather tanning, incense making, stone carving, and metal crafting.

Wrth is committed to preserving and promoting Saudi heritage.

By honoring living legends and supporting emerging talent, the institute ensures that traditional arts continue to thrive and inspire future generations.



Saudi Pavilion Officially Launched at Airshow China 2024

The Saudi pavilion at Airshow China 2024 includes several government entities alongside GAMI.  SPA
The Saudi pavilion at Airshow China 2024 includes several government entities alongside GAMI. SPA
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Saudi Pavilion Officially Launched at Airshow China 2024

The Saudi pavilion at Airshow China 2024 includes several government entities alongside GAMI.  SPA
The Saudi pavilion at Airshow China 2024 includes several government entities alongside GAMI. SPA

The Saudi pavilion has been officially launched at the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition (Airshow China 2024), one of the world's largest aviation events taking place from November 12 to 17 in Zhuhai, China.
Governor of the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) Eng. Ahmad Abdulaziz Al-Ohali participated in the launch of the Saudi pavilion, accompanied by Chief of General Staff Lieutenant-General Fayyad bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, Saudi Ambassador to China Abdulrahman bin Ahmed Al-Harbi, and several officials, international investors, and decision makers in the aviation and space sectors, SPA reported.
Al-Ohali emphasized that "this strategic participation, occurring for the first time in China, aims to enhance the Kingdom's global presence in the military industries sector and to solidify its position as one of the fastest-growing economies among the G20 nations. Furthermore, it seeks to establish fruitful international partnerships to empower and develop the military industries sector, while also promoting the Kingdom's message of welcoming investors from around the world. Additionally, it aims to highlight the key objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 within the military sector."
The Saudi pavilion, organized by GAMI, showcases military products and equipment, particularly in the aviation sector. It highlights the latest developments and achievements of government entities and national companies specializing in military industries, as well as the efforts made to enhance national military manufacturing capabilities aimed to localize over 50% of government spending on military equipment and services by 2030.