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Saudi commission showcases Taif rose heritage at UNESCO meeting in Paraguay

Taif roses have secured a place on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. (SPA)
Taif roses have secured a place on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. (SPA)
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Updated 06 December 2024

Saudi commission showcases Taif rose heritage at UNESCO meeting in Paraguay

Taif roses have secured a place on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. (SPA)
  • Visitors in the Saudi pavilion are discovering a curated selection of traditional rose-based culinary creations

RIYADH: ºÚÁÏÉçÇøâ€™s Culinary Arts Commission has unveiled a pavilion celebrating the newly recognized Taif rose at the 19th UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Committee meeting in Asuncion, Paraguay, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

According to the SPA, visitors in the Saudi pavilion are discovering a curated selection of traditional rose-based culinary creations.

The exhibition features specialty beverages including rose-infused tea and lattes, alongside traditional sweets such as rose-flavored Saqudanah, all representing elements of Saudi national identity and contributing to global cultural diversity.

The commission’s presence at the forum highlights the importance of preserving the Kingdom’s natural resources while promoting sustainable environmental practices in the cultivation of Taif roses.

By marketing local Saudi products internationally, the commission is highlighting the Kingdom’s position as a source of premium agricultural products and stimulating investment in the national agricultural sector, the SPA reported.


Crown prince, king of Malaysia hold talks to boost bilateral cooperation

Crown prince, king of Malaysia hold talks to boost bilateral cooperation
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Crown prince, king of Malaysia hold talks to boost bilateral cooperation

Crown prince, king of Malaysia hold talks to boost bilateral cooperation
  • The two leaders reviewed the relations between the Kingdom and Malaysia

RIYADH: Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman held an official session of talks on Thursday with King Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah of Malaysia.

During the meeting, the two leaders reviewed the relations between the Kingdom and Malaysia and discussed ways to strengthen cooperation across various fields.

The talks also explored prospects for expanding bilateral partnership in economic, investment, and cultural sectors, reflecting the shared commitment of both nations to further develop and enhance their ties.

The two sides additionally exchanged views on regional and international developments and discussed issues of common interest, reaffirming their mutual desire to support stability and prosperity in the region.