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Press Release

‘Musical Villages Across Continents’ initiative

During her participation in the festival, H.E. Shaikha Al Nowais announced an international initiative
titled “Musical Villages Across Continents,” set to officially launch in 2026. The initiative aims to
establish creative community centres in both Africa and Latin America to nurture local musical talent,
promote cultural exchange, and encourage the creative economy in both rural and urban communities,
in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Roundtable on tourism as a tool for cultural diplomacy

H.E. participated in a high-level roundtable discussion titled ‘Transatlantic Rhythms for Peace:
Advancing Advocacy and Policy Strategies for International Connections.’ It brought together
ministers and international policymakers from Africa, Latin America, and Asia to discuss the growing
role of music tourism as a tool for cultural diplomacy, peace-building, and equitable development.
Participants included H.E. M'pambia Musanga Didier, Minister of Tourism of the Democratic
Republic of the Congo, and H.E. Yussif Issaka Jajah, Deputy Minister of Tourism, Culture and
Creative Arts of the Republic of Ghana.

Visit to the Symphony Orchestra School

On the sidelines of her participation in the festival, H.E. Shaikha Al Nowais visited the Kimbanguist
Symphony Orchestra School, where she met with young musicians and learned about the school’s
training and arts academic programs.

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