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Riyadh – The Delegation of the European Union to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in collaboration with the Embassies of EU Member States, Arabia Pictures, and VOX Cinemas and Saudi Film Commission, is proud to announce the launch of the fourth edition of the European Film Festival in Riyadh. This celebrated cultural event will take place from 3 to 11 November 2025, building on the success of previous editions. The festival will open with the Latvian Oscar winning film Flow. The program features 15 films from 15 European countries, showcasing a diverse range of cinematic traditions. All films will be presented…
Riyadh – Venice, November 3rd 2025 – As part of the cultural activations in Venice, the Saudi Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy, presents the exhibition “Lines that Unite: Arabic Calligraphy in Space”. Running from 4th to 23rd November, the exhibition, curated by Nuria Garcia, explores the evolution of Arabic calligraphy from its origins, beginning with the rock inscriptions of the 5th and 6th centuries CE, through to its development as an integral part of architecture. The Arabic word for calligraphy, khaṭṭ, means “line,” evoking the strokes that shape…
Riyadh: The International Leaders Forum, in collaboration with the International College for Tourism and Hospitality Riyadh, organized an inspiring event for youth in the Saudi capital. The event was attended by Pakistan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Ahmad Farooq, Syed Waqas, Hassan Imran, Professor Chen, and several other distinguished international guests. The program aimed to highlight the importance of knowledge, leadership, awareness, and effective communication among young people. Students from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, China, Sri Lanka, and other countries participated enthusiastically. In his address, Ambassador Ahmad Farooq commended the organizers for their efforts and encouraged the youth, saying that effective…
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Shoura Council Speaker, Sheikh Abdullah Al-Asheikh, received Pakistan’s Ambassador to the Kingdom, Ahmad Farooq, in Riyadh on Sunday. During the meeting, Sheikh Al-Asheikh welcomed Ambassador Farooq and highlighted the longstanding historic ties between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. He emphasized the importance of continued collaboration and cooperation across various sectors. Both leaders explored avenues to further strengthen bilateral relations and engaged in discussions on a range of topics of mutual interest, reflecting the strong partnership between the two nations.
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia — The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra), an Aramco initiative, proudly announces the launch of Ithra Winter 2025–2026, coinciding with Khobar Season. The season’s grand opening will captivate audiences with an extraordinary fusion of culture and visual creativity — featuring a dazzling display of more than 1,000 drones painting the Dhahran night sky with art-inspired formations. The spectacle marks one of the largest visual shows in the region, setting the tone for a season of artistic brilliance and cultural celebration. Saudi Art Opens Ithra Winter The season opens with a special concert at Ithra’s Theatre…
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia —The Cultural Week has commenced with great enthusiasm at Suwaidi Park in Riyadh as part of the Riyadh Season festivities. The vibrant event showcases the rich traditions and heritage of 14 countries, including Pakistan, through music, art, crafts, and cuisine. During a press conference, officials stated that the objective of the Riyadh Season’s cultural weeks is to promote international harmony, tolerance, and cultural exchange. The Riyadh Season annually organizes large-scale cultural events at Suwaidi Park, attracting both expatriates and tourists to experience the diverse cultures represented in the Kingdom. The opening ceremony featured traditional performances by artists…
Under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Saudi Music Commission, the Saudi Music Commission will present, for the second time, the “Masterpieces of the Saudi Orchestra” concert in Riyadh. The performances will take place over two consecutive days starting Thursday, 13 November 2025, at the King Fahd Cultural Centre Theatre, with tickets expected to be available soon via WeBook. The concert is part of the Commission’s ongoing efforts to promote Saudi music locally, strengthen its presence in the cultural scene, and showcase the continued creative journey of…
Riyadh — The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has officially designated Madinah as a member of its Creative Cities Network in the field of Gastronomy, marking it as the second Saudi city to receive this recognition after Buraidah. The announcement was made by UNESCO in celebration of World Cities Day. The nomination file was developed by the Culinary Arts Commission, one of the 11 sector-specific commissions under the Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the Madinah Region Development Authority, the Governorate of Madinah Region, the Saudi National Committee for Education, Culture and Science, Madinah Regional Municipality, Prince…
Cairo, November 1, 2025 — Federal Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, Chaudhry Salik Hussain, arrived in Cairo today to represent the Government and people of Pakistan at the inauguration ceremony of the Grand Egyptian Museum, one of the most prominent cultural and historical projects in the region. Upon arrival at Cairo International Airport, the Federal Minister was warmly received by Ambassador of Pakistan to the Arab Republic of Egypt, H.E. Aamir Shouket, along with senior officials from the Egyptian Government. During his visit, Federal Minister Chaudhry Salik Hussain is expected to meet with dignitaries, diplomats, and senior…
Riyadh, November 1, 2025 — The Embassy of Pakistan in Riyadh organized a solemn event to mark Kashmir Black Day, attended by a large number of members of the Pakistani and Kashmiri communities residing in Saudi Arabia, along with Ambassador of Pakistan, Mr. Ahmad Farooq. The event began with the recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by the presentation of resolutions expressing solidarity with the Kashmiri people and condemning Indian atrocities in the occupied territory. Messages from President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, and Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar were read out, paying tribute…