Milan, City in Italy: His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, officially inaugurated the Arabic Cultural Institute at the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan, Italy. This institute, the first of its kind in Italy, marks a significant milestone in fostering cultural exchange and promoting Arabic language education.
During the inauguration, Sheikh Sultan expressed his happiness over the fruitful collaboration between Sharjah and the university, which began seven years ago and culminated in the establishment of this institute. He emphasized the importance of the cultural exchanges that have taken place, including visits by students and delegations between Sharjah and Milan.
Sheikh Sultan also shared insights from his research into the origins of the Arabic language, noting its deep historical connections with early human migrations. He highlighted evidence of these connections found in Sharjah, underscoring his commitment to creating a comprehensive Arabic language corpus to enhance the understanding of the language’s rich history.
The event was further enriched by a performance from the ARABCOR choir, composed of students who have studied Arabic at the university. Sheikh Sultan also toured the Sharjah Archaeology Exhibition, which features 83 artefacts from various historical periods, showcasing the cultural heritage of Sharjah.
The Arabic Cultural Institute is dedicated to strengthening ties between Arab and Western civilisations. It promotes cultural exchange, supports Arabic language education, and encourages literary cooperation. The institute will also facilitate partnerships between Arab and Italian publishers, host Arabic language programmes, and expand the Arabic Language Festival in Milan.
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