Saudi foreign minister takes part in Gulf-US ministerial meeting in New York
Meeting discussed cooperation between GCC states and US on peace efforts, SDGs
Updated 18 September 2023
Arab News
NEW YORK CITY: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan took part in the joint Gulf-American ministerial meeting in New York on Monday, Saudi Press Agency reported.
Prince Faisal was joined at the meeting by ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, as well as the GCC Secretary General and US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken on the sidelines of the 78th United Nations General Assembly.
Princess Reema bint Bandar bin Abdulaziz, ambassador of Saudi Arabia to the US, was also in attendance at the meeting.
Statement issued by the Ministerial Council of the Foreign Ministers of the #GCC at their coordination meeting in New York. pic.twitter.com/0JPQZUmkYC
The meeting discussed ways to enhance and develop cooperation between the Gulf states and the US in addition to discussing the latest developments in the situation on the regional and international arenas, and the efforts made in this regard, SPA added.
The meeting also touched on the importance of consolidating joint coordination on international peace and security and efforts of both sides in achieving sustainable development goals.
Jeddah Book Fair set to showcase rising Saudi literary scene
This year’s cultural program reflects the Kingdom’s heritage, with over 170 events including lectures, panel discussions and workshops
Updated 09 December 2025
Arab News
JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia’s Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission is preparing to host the Jeddah Book Fair from Dec. 11 to 20 at Jeddah Superdome, bringing together more than 1,000 local and international publishing houses and agencies from 24 countries across 400 booths.
Held under the slogan “Jeddah Reads,” the fair is part of the commission’s “Saudi Reads” campaign, which seeks to strengthen the Saudi literary landscape by encouraging reading and creating meaningful engagement between authors and audiences.
Jeddah Book Fair’s cultural program reflects the Kingdom’s heritage. (Supplied/@saudibookfairs)
Dr. Abdullatif Al-Wasil, CEO of the commission, said the Jeddah Book Fair reflects the leadership’s continued commitment to cultural development and the rapid growth of the Kingdom’s literature, publishing and translation sector.
He highlighted the fair’s interactive programs for publishers, authors, translators and the public, which are designed to enhance content quality, support creative development and foster knowledge partnerships.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Jeddah Book Fair seeks to strengthen the Saudi literary landscape by encouraging reading and creating meaningful engagement between authors and audiences.
• It will host prominent writers, thinkers and cultural figures from Saudi Arabia and abroad, offering a 10-day schedule of literary, intellectual and scientific events.
• The fair will continue to support emerging Saudi voices through the Saudi Authors’ Corner for self-published writers.
The event also reinforces Saudi Arabia’s position as a cultural hub attracting major publishers, content creators and investors.
This year’s cultural program reflects the Kingdom’s heritage, with over 170 events including lectures, panel discussions and workshops. A dedicated children’s zone will feature literary and entertainment activities tailored to young visitors, along with competitions to inspire reading and creativity.
The fair will host prominent writers, thinkers and cultural figures from Saudi Arabia and abroad, offering a 10-day schedule of literary, intellectual and scientific events.
Book-signing stations will give readers the chance to meet their favorite authors, while cultural organizations, community groups and universities will present their latest publications and initiatives.
A manga and anime zone will highlight collectibles from the genre, alongside specialized books. A discounted books section will also be available to promote wider access to reading.
The fair will continue to support emerging Saudi voices through the Saudi Authors’ Corner for self-published writers, where hundreds of titles across literary and cultural fields will be showcased, underscoring the fair’s role in nurturing local talent and enriching the Kingdom’s evolving literary scene.
