RIYADH: The Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission is organizing the Riyadh International Philosophy Conference from Dec. 4-6 under the theme “Philosophy Between East and West: Concepts, Origins and Mutual Influences.”

Now in its fifth outing, the conference continues to serve as a global platform bringing together thinkers and experts from around the world, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.

This year’s event explores the roots and development of Eastern and Western philosophies, their mutual influences, and contemporary perspectives that enrich intercultural dialogue.

The program includes keynote sessions with international scholars, applied workshops, specialized panels, and interactive tracks such as “Future Philosophers” for children and “Philosophy 101” for the general public.

Experiential activities, including "Philosophy Around the World" and "Journey of the Idea," add creative dimensions to the event, the SPA added.

The conference also features stages hosted by global universities and research centers, offering diverse philosophical viewpoints and workshops that promote critical thinking.

The main stage focuses on core themes linking East and West and expanding opportunities for global philosophical exchange.

The conference strengthens the presence of philosophy, highlights non-Western traditions, and fosters dialogue addressing contemporary intellectual challenges, the SPA reported.