TAIF: Gulf Poetry Forum 2024
The Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission, in collaboration with the Secretariat General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, has set the stage for the 13th edition of the Gulf Poetry Forum 2024 in Taif. This event has attracted a diverse array of poets, critics, specialists, and enthusiasts from across GCC countries.
Fostering Communication and Cultural Heritage
Mansour Al-Harthi, director general of the Academy of Arabic Poetry, emphasized the forum’s crucial role in facilitating communication among poets, authors, critics, thinkers, and intellectuals from the Gulf region. He underscored the forum’s significance in showcasing the Gulf’s rich cultural heritage to the global stage, contributing to human civilization with unwavering progress and forward-thinking visions. Al-Harthi believes that the forum’s activities will enhance the cultural landscape of both the Gulf and Arab regions.
Strengthening Bonds and Promoting Intellectual Exchange
Al-Harthi expressed, “The forum serves as a platform to strengthen the bonds of brotherhood, exchange ideas, and share experiences and visions, all with the unwavering support and interest of the GCC culture ministers.” He also highlighted the importance of Saudi Arabia as the host country, known for its support of intellectuals, encouragement of authors, and emphasis on cultural development.