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Riyadh launches ‘Global Harmony’ initiative to celebrate expat communities

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<div dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="color:#000000;background-color:transparent;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Riyadh has launched the “Global Harmony” initiative to celebrate expatriate communities, including the Filipino community in the Kingdom. The initiative was unveiled during a high-profile event at the Movenpick Hotel and Residences in Riyadh.</span></div><div><br/></div><div dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="color:#000000;background-color:transparent;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">The event was attended by various government dignitaries, including Yemeni Minister of Media Moammar Al-Eryani, Deputy Minister of Human Resources and Social Development Dr. Abdullah Abuthnain, and CEO of the Quality of Life Program Khaled Al-Bakr. </span></div><div><br/></div><div dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="color:#000000;background-color:transparent;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Twelve ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions, including diplomats from the Philippine Embassy, were also present. </span></div><div dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="color:#000000;background-color:transparent;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1729846468615SAUDI THUMBS.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></span><br/></div><div dir="ltr" style="line-height:1.7999999999999998;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt"><span style="color:#000000;background-color:transparent;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">The &quot;Global Harmony&quot; initiative is part of the Riyadh Season festivities held at Al-Suwaidi Park, highlighting expatriates&#x27; contributions to the economy, social lives, and recreational activities while showcasing success stories and cultural diversity. </span></div><div><br/></div><div><span style="color:#000000;background-color:transparent;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Riyadh Season is a series of cultural and sporting events held annually in Saudi Arabia from October to March, organized by the General Entertainment Authority.</span></div><div><br/></div><div><span style="color:#000000;background-color:transparent;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">This program underscores efforts by both the government and private sectors to improve the quality of life in Saudi cities. In partnership with the Ministry of Information and the General Entertainment Authority, the initiative will celebrate nine cultures from countries such as India, the Philippines, Indonesia, Pakistan, Yemen, Sudan, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Bangladesh, and Egypt. Attendees can enjoy concerts, street performances, traditional food, handicrafts, and cultural exhibitions. </span></div><div><br/></div><div><span style="color:#000000;background-color:transparent;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">This initiative not only celebrates vibrant expatriate communities but also fosters cultural understanding by introducing Saudi citizens and visitors to the heritage and traditions of featured nations.</span></div><div><br/></div><div><span style="color:#000000;background-color:transparent;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre-wrap">Filipinos in Saudi Arabia are looking forward to attending Philippine Week at Al-Suwaidi Park this week, which is one of the highlights of Riyadh Season.</span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong><em><span style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0)">Photo courtesy of </span></em></strong><span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:pre-wrap;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><strong><em>Ministry of Information and the General Entertainment Authority</em></strong></span><em><strong> </strong></em></div>

<p>Riyadh has launched the “Global Harmony” initiative to celebrate expatriate communities, including the Filipino community in the Kingdom.</p>

Riyadh has launched the “Global Harmony” initiative to celebrate expatriate communities, including the Filipino community in the Kingdom.