Deputized by the festival's guests, Dr. Mohammed bin Isa, Chairman of Al-Aseela festival, expressed admiration of the pioneering cultural role of the festival in consolidating the cultural communication among peoples of the world. He paid tribute to late King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the founder of Janadriyah cultural festival, and his role in enhancing cultural and heritage values that play linking the generations with their history. He added that King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud is completing the message and showing that despite other engagements, he is dedicated to push forward this cultural march aiming to the prevalence of the values of moderation and tolerance. --More 19:08 LOCAL TIME 16:08 GMT www.spa.gov.sa/w