Officials and Specialists Affirm the Status of "Al Arabiya" in Civilization and Knowledge

On the International Arabic Language Day, officials and specialists renewed their affirmation of the cultural and intellectual status of the Arabic language, describing it as a fundamental pillar of cultural identity, a bridge for human communication, and an effective tool in knowledge production and keeping pace with contemporary technological transformations. They emphasized that preserving the Arabic language is a national and institutional responsibility that requires sustainable policies and practical initiatives to ensure its continuity as a living language for the present and future.

His Excellency Mohammed Ahmed Al Mar, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Library Foundation, said, "On the International Arabic Language Day, we celebrate a heritage rich in wisdom and beauty, a language that has not been limited to being a means of communication but has been a driving force for human civilization throughout the ages. It has contributed to the transmission of knowledge, the development of sciences and philosophy, and the building of a cultural system that has influenced the world. It has also played a pivotal role in documenting history, promoting human values, enriching human thought, and building bridges of cultural exchange between nations."

He added, "Since the establishment of the Mohammed bin Rashid Library, we have placed enabling the Arabic language at the forefront of our priorities and strategies by preserving Arabic literature, culture, and heritage, and enhancing the presence of the Arabic language in various fields of knowledge and arts. This is achieved by encouraging writers, authors, and creatives to enrich intellectual production in Arabic and translate it."

He continued, "We have also been keen to launch several inspiring initiatives to realize this vision, including the institutional arm for publishing and translation from various global languages into Arabic, and the 'World in Your Language' initiative that allows visitors to read and listen to books in several global languages including Arabic, alongside organizing the Mohammed bin Rashid Arabic Language Award, which supports the sustainability of the Arabic heritage and ensures the continuity of its cultural and intellectual role in the present and future of the nation."

He called for practical support for the language through developing its teaching to keep pace with the era and employing it in artificial intelligence and modern technologies to ensure its sustainability as a contemporary and effective language.