Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan attended the 43rd session of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) General Conference today.
The event is being held in Samarkand, Republic of Uzbekistan, from October 30 to November 13, 2025.
According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Culture today, Prince Bader underscored the Kingdom’s deep-rooted partnership with UNESCO and its commitment to advancing international cooperation in education, culture, and science. He expressed appreciation for UNESCO’s leadership in fostering peace and mutual understanding worldwide.
“Today, as we commemorate eight decades of fruitful collaboration and shared success, we look forward to continuing this journey, deepening our cooperation, and advancing our collective efforts toward even greater achievements in the years ahead,” he said.
The minister highlighted the Kingdom’s efforts to advance UNESCO’s global endeavors, including the Saudi Fund for the Preservation of Culture and Heritage, which has benefited 136 countries worldwide.
He reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s role as an active partner in shaping cultural and educational initiatives, noting that the Kingdom’s selection to host the next UNESCO Global Conference on Cultural Policies and Sustainable Development (MONDIACULT 2029) reflects its pivotal role in fostering international cultural cooperation.
Prince Bader concluded by expressing confidence that the Kingdom’s close partnership with UNESCO will continue to serve as a cornerstone in building a more prosperous and balanced global future.
