Saudi commission showcases Taif rose heritage at UNESCO meeting in Paraguay

Taif roses have secured a place on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. (SPA)
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Updated 06 December 2024
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Saudi commission showcases Taif rose heritage at UNESCO meeting in Paraguay

  • Visitors in the Saudi pavilion are discovering a curated selection of traditional rose-based culinary creations

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Culinary Arts Commission has unveiled a pavilion celebrating the newly recognized Taif rose at the 19th UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Committee meeting in Asuncion, Paraguay, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

According to the SPA, visitors in the Saudi pavilion are discovering a curated selection of traditional rose-based culinary creations.

The exhibition features specialty beverages including rose-infused tea and lattes, alongside traditional sweets such as rose-flavored Saqudanah, all representing elements of Saudi national identity and contributing to global cultural diversity.

The commission’s presence at the forum highlights the importance of preserving the Kingdom’s natural resources while promoting sustainable environmental practices in the cultivation of Taif roses.

By marketing local Saudi products internationally, the commission is highlighting the Kingdom’s position as a source of premium agricultural products and stimulating investment in the national agricultural sector, the SPA reported.


Saudi Arabia honors Pakistani Army Chief with King Abdulaziz Medal

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Saudi Arabia honors Pakistani Army Chief with King Abdulaziz Medal

  • Medal recognizes Field Marshal Munir’s distinguished efforts in strengthening Saudi-Pakistani friendship, advancing joint cooperation and developing relations between the two countries

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman presented the King Abdulaziz Medal of the First Class to Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff on Sunday in a ceremony at his office in Riyadh, the Saudi Press Agency reported. 

Field Marshal Asim Munir was given the award following a royal order from King Salman, SPA added.

The medal recognizes Field Marshal Munir’s distinguished efforts in strengthening Saudi-Pakistani friendship, advancing joint cooperation and developing relations between the two countries. 

Prince Khalid congratulated him on his appointment as Army Chief, wishing him success.

Their meeting included a review of historical ties, strategic defense cooperation between the two countries, and discussions on promoting international peace and security.

Attendees from the Saudi side included Deputy Minister of Defense Prince Abdulrahman bin Mohammed bin Ayyaf, Chief of the General Staff Lieutenant General Fayyad bin Hamed Al-Ruwaili, and senior defense officials. 

The Pakistani delegation was led by Ambassador Ahmed Farooq, alongside senior military officials including Major General Muhammad Jawad Tariq and Brigadier General Mohsin Javed.