Saudi Arabia marks Arabic Language Day at UN
Three-day program at UN showcases Arabic’s global role through dialogues, exhibitions and new cultural initiatives
NEW YORK (MNTV) — Saudi Arabia’s King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language has launched a three-day World Arabic Language Day program at the United Nations headquarters in New York, highlighting the Kingdom’s expanding cultural diplomacy and the growing global relevance of the Arabic language.
The event, held from December 2 to 4 and organized in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s permanent mission to the UN, is sponsored by Culture Minister Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, who also chairs the academy’s board.
Senior UN officials, diplomats and representatives from member states attended the opening ceremony.
According to the academy and official statements carried by the Saudi Press Agency, the program features cultural and interactive activities designed to showcase the history, beauty and contemporary influence of Arabic.
Activities include dialogue sessions on the language’s role in international organizations, discussions on linguistic innovation and inclusion, and presentations on Arabic’s contribution to cultural exchange.
An exhibition at the UN highlights key academy projects and displays traditional Arabic handicrafts, underscoring the Kingdom’s efforts to promote heritage preservation alongside linguistic outreach.
Sources noted that the initiative aligns with the broader theme of World Arabic Language Day 2025, which focuses on innovation and inclusivity in language development.
The event also builds on the academy’s recent release of the fifth edition of its digital toolkit, “Proud of It,” an annual resource package circulated ahead of World Arabic Language Day on December 18.
The toolkit provides government bodies, private institutions and individuals with materials intended to support nationwide celebrations and deepen engagement with Arabic language heritage.
Saudi cultural bodies say the UN program reflects Vision 2030’s goals to strengthen cultural identity, expand global partnerships and promote intercultural understanding through language.
Organizers emphasized that hosting the celebration at the UN reinforces Arabic’s status as one of the organization’s six official languages and supports ongoing efforts to broaden its use across international platforms.
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