The Albanian government was represented by Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Andis Salla, Deputy Foreign Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Miriam Shyti, as well as representatives of central and local institutions.

Rectors and lecturers from public universities, members of the Academy of Sciences of Albania, and scholars and translators of the Arabic language were also present.

The event was held as part of World Arabic Language Day under the theme “New Pathways for the Arabic Language: Policies and Practices for a More Inclusive Linguistic Future,” highlighting Arabic as both a historical heritage and a contemporary language that fosters dialogue and development.

In his opening remarks, Saudi Embassy Cultural Attaché Muteb Alharithi described Arabic as a language of civilization and intercultural communication. Saudi Ambassador to Albania Faisal Ghazi Hifzi stressed the importance of preserving and developing the Arabic language as a shared responsibility, in line with scientific and technological progress.

Hifzi underlined Saudi Arabia’s commitment to promoting Arabic through the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language, as well as the growing cultural cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Albania.

Minister Salla highlighted the contribution of the Arabic language to world civilization and its role in conveying universal values of peace and coexistence.

On behalf of the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language, Faisal Al Harbi presented the Academy’s international initiatives in education, language policy, and global cooperation.

The ceremony concluded with the presentation of awards and recognitions to individuals and institutions that have contributed to promoting the Arabic language.

World Arabic Language Day is observed annually on December 18 and aims to promote linguistic diversity and cultural dialogue, strengthening mutual understanding among peoples.

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