Saudi Arabia and France are enhancing their collaboration in the library sector by focusing on digital preservation, knowledge exchange, and professional training. This development follows a meeting in Riyadh between Abdulrahman Al-Asem, CEO of the Saudi Libraries Commission, and Patrick Maisonnave, the French Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, where they discussed ongoing projects and future opportunities for cooperation.
A key topic of the discussions was an executive program being developed between the Saudi Libraries Commission and the National Library of France. The program aims to digitize library materials and facilitate the exchange of electronic copies. It also focuses on developing digital collections and providing training to library professionals, thereby strengthening the expertise and resources of both countries in the library sector.
Furthermore, the meeting included a review of joint projects slated for 2026, which aim to broaden cultural and knowledge-based cooperation between the two nations. These projects underscore the commitment of Saudi Arabia and France to enhance their partnership through shared expertise and resources in the library domain.
The collaboration between Saudi Arabia and France in the library sector highlights a mutual interest in advancing digital and educational initiatives, positioning both countries to benefit from enhanced cultural exchanges and improved library services.
