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Riyadh, October 06-2025: The King Salman Global Academy for the Arabic Language inaugurated its Fourth International Conference on Arabic Lexicography in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. Held under the patronage of His Highness Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Academy’s Board of Trustees, the two-day conference brings together leading cultural figures, linguists, and scholars from various countries. The Deputy Minister of Culture, Hamed bin Mohammed Fayez, highlighted in his opening remarks that Saudi Arabia, under Vision 2030, is playing a significant global role in promoting Arabic language, culture, and literature. He emphasized…
Riyadh: The 2025 Riyadh International Book Fair, organized under the theme “Riyadh is Reading” by the Publishing and Translation Authority, continued to draw literature and knowledge enthusiasts on its second day. The fair is being held at Princess Nourah University, attracting book lovers, students, researchers, and writers in large numbers. The organizers have provided a free bus service for visitors, while the taxi fare from the railway station to the university averages 25 SAR, followed by a 10-minute walk. More than 2,000 publishing houses, agencies, and cultural organizations from over 25 countries are participating. The event features over 200 intellectual…
Riyadh-Saudi Arabia’s leading GO Telecommunications Group has announced its decision to establish a state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence (AI) Hub in Pakistan. The initiative aims to develop joint digital solutions, empower youth, and promote collaboration in emerging technologies. The announcement was made during the recent visit of Pakistan’s Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, to Saudi Arabia. Discussions were held under the framework of Saudi Vision 2030 and Pakistan’s National AI Policy 2025. In Riyadh, Minister Khawaja met with GO Telecommunications Group CEO, Yahya bin Saleh Al-Mansour, where both sides discussed cooperation in digital infrastructure, AI-driven innovation, human resource…
Riyadh: On the occasion of Saudi Arabia’s 95th National Day, the renowned adventure and exploring tours company STG – Dare to Discover organized a spectacular and memorable event. Led by the company’s founder, Mr. Kashan from Pakistan, the expedition brought together 18 SUVs and more than 40 adventure enthusiasts. The event took place in Al Qasab, located about 180 kilometers from Riyadh. This region is well-known for its golden sand dunes, ancient oases, and cultural heritage. Its salt lakes, from which salt is extracted and transported to local markets and restaurants, highlight the historical and economic importance of the area.…
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – The Saudi Ministry of Culture announced today, during the Cultural Investment Conference that it will issue comprehensive manual covering the import and export journey of products and services related to cultural sectors. This manual intended to serve as a practical reference for professionals and stakeholders in cultural sectors. As part of the Ministry’s efforts to strengthen the cultural and creative economy and to ease cultural practitioners’ access to global markets, the manual presents the steps involved in imports and exports. The manual will include the relevant procedures, requirements, and standards across different cultural sub-sectors,…
The Saudi Culinary Arts Commission announced one of 11 sector – specific commissions under the Ministry of Culture during the Cultural Investment conference, organized by the Ministry of Culture at the King Fahad Cultural Centre in Riyadh under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister -may God preserve him-, the official entry of Gault&Millau—one of the world’s most prestigious authorities in culinary arts and hospitality—into the Saudi market through a strategic partnership with the Commission. This launch introduces the internationally renowned Yellow Guide to the Kingdom for the…
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – The Saudi Ministry of Culture today signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding with Nasdaq Corporate Solutions during the Cultural Investment Conference in Riyadh The Ministry was represented by his excellency Vice Minister of Culture Hamed Fayez, while Mr. Samir Siqal, Head of Business Development for the Middle East, represented Nasdaq International Solutions. The agreement aims to advance governance services, provide institutional consultation, and enhance the performance for Boards & committees. It will also facilitate the exchange of cultural expertise between Saudi Arabia and Nasdaq’s Middle East offices. The MoU will support cultural enterprises through…
Riyadh – China’s Ori Group, a leading company in the fields of culture and creativity, announced the opening of its regional headquarters in Saudi Arabia during the Cultural Investment Conference, organized by the Ministry of Culture at the King Fahad Cultural Center in Riyadh. The investment, valued at more than SAR 2 billion, reflects the Group’s commitment to expanding its presence in the region and contributing to the development of the cultural and creative sectors in the Kingdom. The new headquarters will serve as a hub for investment across five key sectors: film, education, fashion, tourism, and cultural events. Through…
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – Colnaghi, one of the world’s oldest art galleries, and Sarat Investment Holding signed an agreement today with Sarat Inevestments Holding at the Cultural Investment Conference 2025 to open a Colnaghi gallery in Riyadh, which will be its first branch in the Middle East. The investment amounts to SAR 10 million. This step will enhance Colnaghi’s presence in the region and will support the local cultural and artistic market, expanding the Kingdom’s art scene and creating opportunities for greater investment. With the new gallery in Riyadh, Colnaghi aims to bring an advanced cultural and artistic…
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – The Saudi Ministry of Culture announced today during the Cultural Investment Conference 2025 the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with Asyad Holding a leading a consortium with Spark Lab Saudi Arabia and Lamar Investment Holding, to develop a prominent multi-purpose cultural landmark in Riyadh. This comes as part of the Ministry’s efforts to enhance private sector investments in the cultural field and to develop flagship projects that strengthen Riyadh’s position as a cultural destination. The MoU focuses on developing a multi-purpose building that will host a talent and business incubator serving various cultural…