RIYADH: Jeddah is to host the Executive Council and General Conference of the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization. Ministers and heads of national committees from 22 Arab countries will attend the event, which takes place from May 14-17 and highlights the Kingdom’s commitment to education, culture, and science, as well as its focus on strengthening ties with Arab and Islamic nations. The event aligns with the directives of Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, the Saudi minister of culture and chairman of the Saudi National Commission for Education, Culture and Science. The Kingdom aims to play a more active role in regional organizations like ALECSO, helping to contribute to its mission while supporting education, culture and science within Arab societies, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The 121st meeting of the Executive Council is scheduled for May 14-15, while the 27th General Conference will be held on May 17. Organized by the Kingdom’s National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, more than 145 representatives from Arab countries and related organizations are expected to participate in the meetings. The General Conference will hold working sessions aimed at improving ALECSO’s programs and initiatives. This approach will seek to empower Arab societies by fostering scientific, educational, cultural, and communication projects that nurture a new generation of Arabs embracing their identity, language, and heritage, while aspiring toward a more innovative and sustainable future, the SPA added.