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promoting the values of tolerance and coexistence.

The initiative’s artistic activities that continued over several months included a series of musical events,
including the ‘Cordoba Nights,’ an enchanting symphonic performance by a 50-member orchestra, skilfully

led by the world-renowned maestro Enma Shara. The event was held on October 8, 2023, at the Emirates
Palace Auditorium in Abu Dhabi, captivating audiences with the beauty of Spanish symphonies that bear the
soul of Andalusian melodies. The mesmerising ‘Ya Zaman al Wasl bil Andalusi’ evening, which honoured

Andalusian Muwashahat, was another highlight. This incredible performance, which took place on November
12, 2023, at the Emirates Palace Theatre, included a large choir of male and female singers, accompanied

by a talented group of musicians and vocalists directed by orchestra conductor Ghada Harb. Additionally, the
initiative featured a memorable ‘Flamenco Night,’ which was hosted on December 20, 2023, by the

internationally acclaimed performer Anna Morales, who is renowned for her proficiency in the traditional
Spanish art form.

His Excellency Mohammed Al Murr, Chairman of the 'Andalusia: History and Civilization' Initiative Committee,
expressed his delight in the successful conclusion of the initiative’s art programs, which celebrates the rich

heritage of the ancient Andalusian civilisation. His Excellency emphasised how the art events in Abu Dhabi
represented the convergence of Arab and Spanish cultures, as it showcased the diverse artistic traditions of

Andalusia. The program's line-up of art events, which featured exceptional displays of various art forms, such
as stanzas, flamenco dances, and guitar melodies, among others, was also received well by His Excellency.

His Excellency commented: “The ‘'Andalusia: History and Civilization’ was launched based on the UAE’s

strong commitment to advancing the values of tolerance, openness, coexistence, and cultural exchange. The
Andalusian civilisation serves as an authentic embodiment of these values, which the UAE aims to solidify.
The initiative’s line-up of outstanding performances and artistic events, which seamlessly blended the Arab

and Spanish works of art in an Andalusian fusion, served as the ideal forum to highlight these humanistic
principles.”

The ‘Andalusia: History and Civilization’ initiative has been hosting a diverse range of art and cultural events

over the past few months, with the primary objective of fostering cross-cultural awareness and artistic
exchange between the Arab world and Spain. A major highlight of the initiative was the cultural seminar

organised in the Spanish capital last year, along with the recently concluded art programs.

As part of the initiative, the ‘Art Exhibition’ will continue to take place at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

Centre, while the second cultural seminar is scheduled to be held in the UAE in February. The initiative is a
joint cultural project between the UAE and Spain that aims to showcase the rich Andalusian heritage and

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