Nominations are now open for the inaugural Prince Mohammed bin Salman Award for Cultural Cooperation, an initiative celebrating and promoting cultural exchanges between Saudi Arabia and China.
This award aims to strengthen the historical and growing collaboration between these two countries, particularly in the areas of research, creative arts, and translation.
The nomination period runs until the end of February, and candidates can submit their applications through the official website.
Categories of the Award
The Prince Mohammed, bin Salman Award, focuses on four major categories designed to highlight individuals and institutions contributing to cultural cooperation:
- Research and Studies in Cultural Fields: This category acknowledges academic works that explore cultural topics, including but not limited to history, literature, and arts.
- Artistic and Creative Works: This celebrates artistic contributions that promote cross-cultural understanding, from visual arts and music to theater and films.
- Translation Between Arabic and Chinese: An important facet of communication, this category rewards excellence in translation, ensuring that literature, academic research, and cultural knowledge can flow between Arabic and Chinese speakers.
- Cultural Personality of the Year: This prestigious title recognizes an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to fostering cultural ties between Saudi Arabia and China.
Nomination Process
Nominations are open to both individuals and institutions from Saudi Arabia and China. While the “Cultural Personality of the Year” category is only open to individuals, the other categories welcome contributions from academic and cultural institutions.
Candidates can also nominate themselves as long as they fulfil the basic criteria, such as being a national of either Saudi Arabia or China and contributing to cultural collaboration between the two countries.
The award is based on the values of cultural openness, intellectual exchange, and innovation. It promotes cross-border communication in the arts, academia, and education and prioritizes objectivity, integrity, and transparency in its selection process.
Investing in Youth
One of the award’s highlights is its focus on the youth of both nations. By promoting opportunities for young Saudi and Chinese talents in arts, technology, and creative industries, the award aims to nurture the next generation of cultural ambassadors.
Conclusion
With cultural ties between Saudi Arabia and China becoming increasingly vital, the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Award for Cultural Cooperation represents an exciting opportunity to recognize individuals and institutions’ hard work and contributions.
Whether through research, artistic creation, or translation, this award will play a key role in furthering mutual understanding and cultural exchange.
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