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Press Release

SLC conducts ‘Arabic Coffee’ seminar in celebration of World

Arabic Language Day

Dubai, December 18, 2023:
In celebration of the World Arabic Language Day, observed annually on December 18, the
Supreme Legislation Committee in the Emirate of Dubai (SLC) conducted a seminar titled “Arabic

Coffee”. This event showcased the SCL “Arabic Coffee” initiative, designed to preserve the Arabic

language and promote its proper usage.

The seminar, attended by SLC employees, explored the richness and beauty of the Arabic
language, emphasising the importance of accurate pronunciation, and delving into linguistic

intricacies and refining definitions of various terms and expressions. Salem Al Ahmad, Head of
the SLC Research and Publications Section and the driving force behind the “Arabic Coffee”

initiative, led the seminar. Al Ahmad underscored the timeless value of the Arabic language and
its profound cultural impact throughout history.

Mr. Salem Al Ahmad also shed light on the UAE Declaration of Arabic Language - a landmark

initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President
and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. The UAE Declaration of Arabic Language was

unveiled at the UAE Pavilion, Expo 2020 Dubai, in the presence of Arab Ministers of Culture. This
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momentous declaration took place on the sidelines of the 22 session of the Conference of
Ministers Responsible for Cultural Affairs in the Arab World and coincided with the World Arabic

Language Day.

Ahmad bin Meshar Al Muhairi, SLC Secretary General, stated: “Organising this seminar is a
testament to the SLC dedication to championing the mastery and preservation of the Arabic

language within the community, especially among the Dubai Government employees. This