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4/18/25, 11:47 AM ALECSO honors Sharjah Ruler with Arab Cultural Merit Award – Jordan Daily
Dr Ould Amar added, “There is no doubt that His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah is the conscience of
‘ Arab cultural endeavour’, a clear, visible conscience manifested in inspiring scientific and cultural

projects that have contributed to shaping global knowledge systems and empowering Arab culture.
In appreciation of all of this, and in line with ALECSO’s goals and internal regulations, and under the

authority of its Director-General and the mandate of the Conference of Arab Ministers of Culture, the
organisation has decided to award His Highness the Arab Cultural Merit—First Class—in recognition

of his profound contributions to Arab and Islamic culture, the preservation of civilisational identity,
and the promotion of a knowledge-based society.

Minister of Culture’s message of appreciation

In a recorded message, Sheikh Salem bin Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Culture, said: “Today, we
celebrate the awarding of the Arab Cultural Merit – First Class – to His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan

bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, in recognition of his
cultural and intellectual journey and his significant efforts in supporting cultural programmes and
initiatives and fostering civilisational and intellectual exchange at regional and global levels. This

merit reflects Arab appreciation for an exceptional cultural vision that has made Sharjah a hub of
creativity, knowledge, thought, literature, and theatre. It embodies His Highness’s belief in the role of

culture in building and advancing societies and his continuous efforts to embed culture as a path for
development and an investment in human capital.”

He added, “His Highness’s cultural, literary, and intellectual initiatives deserve complete recognition.
They have led to Sharjah being named the World Book Capital, Capital of Arab Culture, and Capital

of Islamic Culture, among many other achievements that have contributed to elevating Arab culture
on the global stage and preserving the Arabic language as a vessel for thought and creativity.”

Legacy of cultural development in Sharjah

Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Owais, Chairman of the Department of Culture, delivered a speech in
which he conveyed His Highness’s greetings and appreciation to ALECSO for its cultural efforts and

stated, “With Arab affection and brotherhood, I am honoured to convey greetings from the Emirate
of Sharjah, expressing my delight at this blessed gathering, which reflects a continuation of pan-

Arab cultural meetings driven by the sincere efforts of ALECSO. This special occasion—honouring
His Highness with the Arab Cultural Merit—is indeed dear to all of us.

He added, “His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah recognises the crucial role of culture in the
advancement of societies and the preservation of future generations. For over fifty years, he has

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