RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture is organizing the closing ceremony of the third session National Cultural Awards initiative on Saturday, ender the patronage of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The ceremony will celebrate the cultural achievements of many as part of the ministry’s efforts to achieve its goals for the National Strategy for Culture, a key part of Saudi Vision 2030, state news agency SPA reported. The ministry will honor winners of the national cultural awards in 16 categories, which include five main awards, during the ceremony. The National Cultural Awards have introduced the ‘International Cultural Excellence Award,’ which will be bestowed to those who have distinguished cultural productions and contributions that enable cultural work, from individuals and institutions from around the world. Mark your calendars for September 9th – a day dedicated to honoring cultural talents and institutions. #CelebrationofCulturalAchievements #SaudiMinistryofCulture #NationalCulturalAwards pic.twitter.com/0p3NnN2yKF — الجوائز الثقافية الوطنية (@CultureAwardSA) September 4, 2023