The new institution will promote Saudi heritage and contemporary creativity while strengthening cultural exchange between the Kingdom and France.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture has announced plans to establish a cultural centre in Paris, creating a dedicated platform for Saudi arts, heritage and creative expression in the French capital.
The announcement was made during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to France and marks a further development in cultural relations between the two countries. Through a programme of exhibitions, events and initiatives, the centre will introduce audiences in France to the historical depth and diversity of Saudi culture, while also spotlighting the Kingdom’s evolving contemporary creative scene.
French practitioners, institutions and members of the public will be invited to engage with its programming, opening new opportunities for dialogue and collaboration. The centre will also support the international presence of Saudi artists and cultural practitioners, giving them a prominent space through which to present their work to wider audiences.
Beyond its public programme, the institution is expected to encourage communication between Saudi and French intellectuals and creative professionals. It will help establish strategic partnerships between cultural organisations in both countries, facilitating knowledge exchange and the development of joint projects.
The initiative reflects Saudi Arabia’s continued investment in culture as an important part of its international presence. By bringing the Kingdom’s heritage and current creative output together within one Parisian destination, the centre will present a multifaceted picture of Saudi culture, connecting its rich civilisational history with the artists, thinkers and ideas shaping its future.
