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Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council’s presence at the 5th ‘Make It in the Emirates’ edition widens global reach of traditional Emirati crafts

News Desk 05/05/2026

Committed to empowering women artisans and promoting indigenous craft heritage, Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council marked its second year of participation at the ‘Make It in the Emirates’ in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture. Weaving traditional crafts into the nation’s production

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Ministry of Culture signs four cooperation agreements to support artisans and creatives

News Desk 05/05/2026

In the presence of His Excellency Sheikh Salem Al Qassimi, Minister of Culture, the Ministry of Culture has formalised four new cooperation agreements during its participation in the fifth edition of ‘Make it in the Emirates’ (MIITE) event, which commenced yesterday and runs until May 7 at the ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi. The agreements – […]

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Ministry of Culture launches National Register of Modern Architectural Heritage

News Desk 30/04/2026

The Ministry of Culture announced the launch of the National Register of Modern Architectural Heritage, marking a significant step toward documenting and safeguarding elements of the UAE’s modern architectural legacy. The launch coincides with the inaugural meeting of the National Identity Committee, chaired by H.H. Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and

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Ministry of Culture launches ‘UAE Traditional Crafts Award – Make it in the Emirates’

News Desk 25/03/2026

The Ministry of Culture launched the ‘UAE Traditional Crafts Award – Make it in the Emirates’, in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology. It aims to promote Emirati crafts and enhance its presence as one of the most prominent components of national identity, as well as a key contributor to strengthening the […]

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Ministry of Culture launches ‘National Month of Reading 2026’, in Alignment with the ‘Year of Family’

News Desk 01/03/2026

The Ministry of Culture has announced the launch of the ‘National Month of Reading 2026’, to be held throughout March, in alignment with the declaration of 2026 as the ‘Year of Family’ under the theme ‘Growing in Unity’. The initiative aims to reinforce the role of family in fostering a love of reading among children, […]

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Ministry of Culture announces inscription of five new UAE sites on ICESCO’s List of Islamic World Tangible Heritage

News Desk 16/02/2026

The Ministry of Culture has announced the inscription of five UAE heritage sites on the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s (ICESCO) List of Islamic World Tangible Heritage. The announcement was made during the 13th session of the meeting of the Islamic World Heritage Committee (IWHC), held in Uzbekistan.   The newly inscribed UAE

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Ministry of Culture Organises Workshop on ‘Geographical Indications System for National Products’

News Desk 12/12/2025

The Ministry of Culture organised an introductory workshop on the ‘Geographical Indications (GI) system for national products’ in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy and Tourism and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). The workshop aligns with the UAE’s broader efforts to safeguard cultural heritage and enhance the economic value of national products

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Ministry of Culture Launches Training Programme to Update Statistical Framework for Creative Economy Project

News Desk 28/11/2025

The Ministry of Culture has launched a specialised training programme aimed to update the data model of the Statistical Framework for Creative Economy project. The initiative is being implemented in collaboration with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the Federal Competitiveness and Statistics Centre, with active participation from the Ministry of

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Ministry of Culture Inaugurates ‘Creative Expressions’ Exhibition at National Theatre and Abu Dhabi Cultural Centre

News Desk 21/11/2025

In collaboration with the 17th edition of Abu Dhabi Art, the Ministry of Culture inaugurated ‘Creative Expressions,’ a dynamic exhibition hosted at the National Theatre and Abu Dhabi Cultural Centre. Running until January 9, 2026, the exhibition brings together an inspiring collection of works by recipients of the National Grant Programme for Culture and Creativity, […]

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Ministry of Culture collaborates with Google Arts & Culture to launch Jeddah Historic District on its platform

PR News Desk 03/10/2025

The Saudi Ministry of Culture today announced a collaboration with Google Arts & Culture to launch an official page dedicated to Historic Jeddah, one of Saudi Arabia’s sites registered on the UNESCO World Heritage List.  This step aims to utilize modern digital technologies to highlight the cultural and historical value of the area.The initiative was […]

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Ministry of Culture Launches Cultural Competitions for Emirati Children and Youth

PR News Desk 28/05/2025

The Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, announced the launch of Cultural Competitions for Emirati Children and Youth at MoC’s Cultural and Creative Centres. The competitions come as part of the celebrations of Emirati Children’s Day, with the aim of strengthening the values of cultural identity among children […]

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Ministry of Culture Launches ‘Modern Heritage Research Grants’ Programme to Support and Foster in-depth Studies of the UAE’s Architectural Heritage

PR News Desk 06/05/2025

The Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with Zayed University, has launched the ‘Modern Heritage Research Grants’ programme, a strategic initiative aligned with the national efforts to preserve and promote the UAE’s modern architectural heritage. The programme aims to support and encourage comprehensive research on the country’s architectural legacy from the 1960s

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Ministry of Culture Grants Free Lifetime Public Library Memberships to Emirati Newborns

PR News Desk 21/03/2025

In celebration of Emirati Children’s Day, the Ministry of Culture (MOC) has announced granting free lifetime memberships to MOC-affiliated public libraries for newborn Emirati citizens. This initiative, introduced as part of the ‘Mabrouk Ma Yak’ service, aims to enhance MOC’s efforts to promote the culture of reading from an early age and facilitate access for […]

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Ministry of Culture Announces Cultural and Knowledge Programs for the UAE Reading Month 2025

PR News Desk 12/03/2025

The Ministry of Culture announced that key entities across the UAE will organise a diverse range of cultural and knowledge programs during UAE Reading Month in March 2025. This initiative aligns with the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to enhance reading habits and individuals’ skills. The initiative reflects the UAE’s long-term vision and the wise leadership’s

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Ministry of Culture Announces the Implementation of the National Framework for Emirati Cultural Activities in Schools

PR News Desk 27/02/2025

The Ministry of Culture, in association with the Ministry of Education, announced the implementation of the National Framework for Emirati Cultural Activities in Schools. This framework includes a comprehensive set of policies, standards and action plans designed to integrate Emirati cultural activities into the academic curriculum in alignment with the existing

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Ministry of Culture’s delegation visits Mohammed

PR News Desk 21/02/2025

A delegation from the Ministry of Culture, led by His Excellency Mubarak Al Nakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry, visited the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) to strengthen knowledge and creative partnerships. The delegation was received by His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, who presented MBRF’s leading projects and initiatives in

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Ajman Folklore Festival Announced for April 19

PR News Desk 27/03/2024

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman, and Chairman of Ajman Executive Council, the inaugural Ajman Folklore Festival, themed “Ajman…embracing history and identity,” is set to be launched on April 19 to 21. The event is a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Culture, the Ajman […]