The Literature, Publishing & Translation Commission (Saudi Arabia)
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| Types | Governmental Commission |
|---|---|
| Location | Riyadh |
| Country | Saudi Arabia |
| Chairpersons | Mohammed Hasan Alwan |
| Part of | Ministry Of Culture |
The Literature, Publishing & Translation Commission (LPT; Arabic: هيئة الأدب والنشر والترجمة) is a governmental commission established in February 2020 based in Riyadh.[1] The commission's main purpose is to systemize the publishing industry, develops a creative environment and create investment opportunities.[2]
History[edit]
In 2019, the minister of culture prince Badr bin Abdullah announced the establishment of 27 initiatives under 16 newly established authorities that the ministry of culture will take. The initiatives include the establishment of King Salman Global Arabic Language Complex, Nomow Cultural Fund, Culture Scholarship Program, improving public libraries, having the Red Sea International Film Festival and more.[3]
References[edit]
- ^ http://m.eyeofriyadh.com/directory/details/9329_literature-publishing-translation-commission"Literature,publishing & translation commission". Eyeofriyadh.com. Retrieved 2020-02-24.
- ^ "Who's Who: Mohammed Hasan Alwan, executive head of the Literature, Translation and Publishing Commission". Arab News. 2020-02-15. Retrieved 2020-02-25.
- ^ "Saudi Cabinet launches 11 new cultural development authorities for Kingdom". Arab News. 2020-02-04. Retrieved 2020-02-25.
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