Page 87 - MINISTRY OF CULTURE PR REPORT - APRIL 2025

4/18/25, 11:48 AM ALECSO Awards Arab Cultural Merit To Sharjah Ruler - UrduPoint
across the Arab world, such as the Arab Theatre Authority, which organises the

largest annual gathering of Arab theatre professionals and artists; the Sharjah Art

Foundation; and the Sharjah academy for Performing Arts, among others.

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.”

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, 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.

ADVERTISING

https://www.urdupoint.com/en/middle-east/alecso-awards-arab-cultural-merit-to-sharjah-1964753.html 3/5