According to the MoU, the eleven cultural organisations of the Kingdom will cooperate in implementing their respective strategies.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture and General Entertainment Authority have signed an agreement to develop the cultural and entertainment sectors, in line with the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, Saudi Press Agency reported.
Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan, minister of culture, and Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, Turki Al-Asheikh signed the memorandum of understanding in Riyadh.
The deal includes cooperation in implementing the strategies of the Kingdom’s eleven cultural bodies, and coordinating between the two sectors to issue licenses and permits, and content approval.
It also included cooperation between the two parties to develop capacities, classify cultural and entertainment professions, stimulate investment in both sectors, and jointly implement recreational activities.
The ministry said the signing of the deal falls within the framework of its aim to enrich cultural content, develop cultural and entertainment events organised by the Kingdom, enhance investment opportunities to diversify sources of domestic product, and consolidate the Kingdom’s position globally.
