Saudi-Bahraini agreement to promote tolerance and human development
In a move reflecting the deep fraternal ties and shared visions between the two sister kingdoms, the King Abdulaziz Center for Cultural Understanding signed a strategic memorandum of understanding with the Bahrain Women's Association for Human Development. The signing ceremony took place in the presence of the Center's Secretary-General, Dr. Abdullah Al-Fawzan. This agreement aims to institutionalize joint efforts to promote a culture of tolerance and build effective bridges of human communication.
Historical context and deep-rooted relationships
This agreement is an extension of the deep-rooted historical relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom of Bahrain, characterized by a shared destiny and integration across various fields. Cooperation between the two countries extends beyond political and economic aspects to encompass cultural and social dimensions, which are fundamental pillars in building Gulf societies. This step is a practical implementation of the leadership's vision in both countries to enhance soft power and invest in human capital, in line with the objectives of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which focuses on building a vibrant society with firmly established values.
Details of the agreement and signing ceremony
The memorandum was signed by Mr. Ibrahim Al-Asimi, Deputy Secretary-General of the King Abdulaziz Center for Cultural Communication, and Dr. Rana Al-Sirafi, President of the Bahrain Women's Association for Human Development. This signing culminates a long history of ongoing coordination and a shared desire to amplify the impact of community initiatives and unify efforts to serve the Sustainable Development Goals pursued by the United Nations, with a focus on cultural specificity and Gulf identity.
Pillars of cooperation: training and scientific research
The memorandum is primarily based on activating precise operational pathways, most notably:
- Human capacity building: Developing joint training programs aimed at qualifying national cadres in the fields of human development and intercultural dialogue.
- Knowledge and research exchange: The two parties agreed to unify research efforts through the exchange of specialized studies and experiences, which contributes to enriching the Arabic library with solid content on issues of coexistence.
- Joint activities: Organizing a series of conferences, seminars and workshops that serve issues of common interest.
Expected impact and strategic dimensions
This agreement carries significant strategic dimensions at both the regional and international levels. Regionally, it contributes to strengthening Gulf unity and unifying the cultural discourse directed at societies. Internationally, it seeks to enhance the positive image of Gulf citizens as active contributors to global peace. The agreement also includes provisions for strengthening media cooperation to promote joint initiatives and launching future cross-border projects and initiatives aimed at highlighting shared human values and supporting the international peace and cooperation system through innovative and effective methods.
