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Leaders
20-05-2025
- Business
- Leaders
Saudi Arabia, France Unite to Revolutionize Music, Museum Collaboration
Saudi Arabia's Museums Commission has inked an executive program with the Cité de la Musique — Philharmonie de Paris. This agreement enhances cooperation in the fields of museums and music and aligns with the Kingdom's cultural ambitions under Vision 2030. The partnership aims to strengthen cultural ties and foster joint initiatives between the two countries. The signing took place between Museums Commission acting CEO Ibrahim Alsanousi and Philharmonie de Paris CEO Olivier Mantei. This collaboration focuses on several key areas, including artifact loans, shared collections, and the exchange of historical musical instruments. Notably, the Tariq Abdulhakim Museum in Jeddah will play a significant role in these exchanges. The program also covers collaborative traveling exhibitions and cultural events. Mona Khazindar, adviser to the Ministry of Culture, emphasized the importance of this partnership, stating, 'This partnership demonstrates the Kingdom's commitment to fostering international cultural collaboration.' Furthermore, it enriches national institutions through global expertise. Khazindar added, 'This agreement directly supports the objectives of Vision 2030.' It enhances the cultural ecosystem, promotes artistic education, and ensures that museums become vibrant centers of learning. She highlighted that the Museums Commission's strategy emphasizes innovation, inclusivity, and cultural heritage preservation. Engaging the Community This collaboration will play a pivotal role in realizing the Kingdom's vision as it focuses on initiatives that engage youth and families in meaningful cultural experiences. Furthermore, the program includes developing training and educational initiatives for children and families. These initiatives will feature workshops and interactive installations adapted from the Philharmonie's programs for young audiences. Additionally, the agreement facilitates the exchange of expertise through researcher visits, seminars, and collaborative academic publications. These efforts will relate to both permanent and temporary exhibitions. Alsanousi emphasized the importance of the agreement, calling it a significant milestone. He stated, 'This partnership strengthens cultural ties between Saudi Arabia and France.' Music plays a vital role in cultural identity, and this collaboration supports transforming the Tariq Abdulhakim Museum. The museum will become an interactive and inspiring hub for musical education and engagement. Mantei praised Saudi Arabia's cultural vision and affirmed that the partnership reflects a spirit of constructive cultural exchange. He highlighted the agreement as a foundation for future projects. These projects will promote artistic and societal dialogue between the two countries. Transforming the Tariq Abdulhakim Museum Tayeb Altayeb, acting director of the Tariq Abdulhakim Museum, expressed enthusiasm about the agreement. He said, 'This is a transformative step in the development of the Tariq Abdulhakim Museum.' The partnership allows the museum to bring world-class musical artifacts and educational experiences to audiences. Altayeb emphasized the importance of honoring the legacy of one of the Kingdom's most iconic musical pioneers. He concluded, 'Through this, the museum will evolve into an interactive cultural hub.' This hub will preserve Saudi Arabia's rich musical heritage and inspire future generations to explore music as a vital part of national identity. Short link : Post Views: 2
Leaders
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Leaders
Saudi Museums Commission Fosters Cooperation with Philharmonie de Paris
Saudi Arabia's Museums Commission has signed an executive program with the Cité de la Musique – Philharmonie de Paris to strengthen bilateral cooperation in museums and music, according to the Saudi Press Agency. The deal seeks to foster cultural ties and increase joint initiatives between both nations. Signed by Museums Commission Acting CEO Ibrahim Alsanousi and Philharmonie de Paris CEO Olivier Mantei, the partnership will launch specialized training courses and educational initiatives for families and children. Moreover, both parties will cooperate in exchanging loans of historical musical pieces and instruments, organizing traveling art programs and exhibitions, as well as holding events and workshops at the Tariq Abdul Hakeem Museum in the historic Jeddah district. Alsanousi noted that the agreement represents a remarkable milestone in expanding cultural collaboration between both Saudi Arabia and France. Promisingly, the deal will play a pivotal role in positioning Tariq Abdulhakim Museum as an interactive platform for musical education and engagement. Meanwhile, Mantei has commended Saudi Arabia's cultural vision and highlighted that the current cooperation paves the way for more future initiatives. This executive program comes after the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Saudi Ministry of Culture and the French Ministry of Culture to bolster cultural ties in line with the Saudi Vision 2030. Related Topics: Saudi Museums Commission to Host Manga Hokusai Manga Exhibition on Jan 15 Museums Authority Launches Virtual Reality Competition to Drive Innovation RCU Considers Establishing Museums in AlUla Short link : Post Views: 14 Related Stories
Asharq Al-Awsat
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Museums Commission, Philharmonie de Paris Seek to Deepen Cooperation in Music, Museums
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.
Arab News
18-05-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Riyadh event highlights the role of Saudi museums in the age of social change
RIYADH: In recognition of International Museum Day, the National Museum of Riyadh hosted, a cultural event under the theme: 'The future of museums in rapidly changing societies.' The event, organized by the Saudi Ministry of Culture's Museums Commission, ran from May 15 to 17 and highlighted the role of museums in social change, innovation and youth engagement. The program included workshops, debates, performances and interactive activities, all aligned with the cultural goals of Vision 2030. A special session took place with Princess Haifa bint Mansour bin Bandar, president of the Saudi National Committee of the International Council of Museums. During this open discussion, Princess Haifa emphasized the importance of considering the specific situation of museums depending on their location and level of development. While some institutions demonstrate real dynamism, others are struggling to keep up. 'The efforts to modernize and renovate certain museums are clear. However, other museums face challenges in trying to catch up,' she said. She stressed the need to revise the legislative framework and encourage private investment to support growth in the sector: 'Our museum system is currently being reviewed, and legislation is needed that encourages investment. Supporting the creation of museums in smaller buildings helps to facilitate funding.' Regarding the frequent criticisms of so-called 'traditional' museums, she offered a more nuanced view. 'There are traditional museums that are changing and remain popular, which proves they still serve the public. Sometimes, traditional museums fail to attract the public, even more so than innovative museums.' She also referred to the significant transformations underway in the Kingdom, supported by a government body dedicated to the museum sector. 'We are in the midst of a radical transformation with a body entirely dedicated to museums, that supports positive change and offers opportunities for progress.' As the longstanding head of the Saudi ICOM committee, Princess Haifa reminded the audience that Saudi Arabia is actively involved in international dialogue and decision-making: 'This year, we participated in the revision of a code of ethics established in previous years to recognize what constitutes a museum. We are currently translating certain museological references into Arabic.' Human resources were another key focus of her speech. She identified several obstacles, especially language barriers and the lack of specialized training. 'The first challenge is the language factor. Frankly, we must acknowledge these issues, particularly the importance of the English language, 'We absolutely need specialized schools, partnerships with universities, training opportunities in our field, and specializations such as museum management and exhibition security.' Despite the challenges, she expressed optimism, welcoming ongoing partnerships with Saudi universities — particularly in the Eastern Province — and the creation of new professional qualifications. 'This is a diploma that is about to become a master's degree. Museums are not merely storage spaces; they were designed to be places of restoration and rehabilitation. Today, they have become vital centers offering programs for all segments of society.' In the context of cultural and social transformation, the ongoing reflection on the role of museums in Saudi society reflects a clear ambition: to transform museums into vibrant, inclusive and forward-looking institutions. Reporting to the Ministry of Culture, the Saudi Museums Commission is a public body whose mission is to develop, modernize, and supervise museums throughout the Kingdom, whether public or private. It supports the creation of new museums, promotes heritage, encourages innovation — particularly in the digital space — and fosters cultural education.
CairoScene
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
National Museum Marks International Museum Day With 3-Day Programme
Saudi National Museum will host a three-day programme of panel discussions, workshops, and musical performances. In celebration of International Museum Day 2025, the National Museum of Saudi Arabia is set to host a three-day cultural programme from May 15th to the 17th, titled 'The Future of Museums in Rapidly Changing Communities'. The event will spotlight how museums are evolving beyond static repositories of history to become dynamic engines of local economic growth, education, and innovation. Among the key highlights is a panel discussion in collaboration with the Museums Commission featuring Princess Haifa bint Mansour bin Bandar, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Saudi National Committee of the International Council of Museums (ICOM), and Rola Al-Ghrair, Director General of the National Museum. Together, they will explore the evolving function of museums in shaping society and bridging generations. An interactive talk with the Royal Institute for Traditional Arts (WRTH) will examine how Saudi folk tales and performing arts can be woven into museum experiences that are both educational and entertaining—particularly appealing to younger audiences. Another session titled 'Living Heritage in Rapidly Changing Communities', hosted in partnership with the Heritage Commission, will tackle the challenges of preserving intangible cultural heritage. The discussion will explore strategies to adapt traditional practices to modern lifestyles while ensuring their continuity. The programme will conclude with a series of hands-on workshops, live craft demonstrations, and musical performances celebrating the richness of Saudi Arabia's traditional arts.
