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Qatar Tribune
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
Education minister showcases Qatar's expanding cultural diplomacy through YoC initiative
Tribune News Network Doha As the Years of Culture (YoC) initiative celebrates its 15th edition in 2025, Qatar marks a new chapter in cultural diplomacy with its most ambitious programme yet — simultaneous partnerships with two countries in a single year. This bold evolution is the focus of a newly published opinion piece by Minister of Education and Higher Education HE Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater in Arab News, titled 'Qatar's Cultural Diplomacy as a Global Platform.' First launched in 2012 as a bilateral cultural exchange programme, the Years of Culture was originally designed to raise global awareness of Qatar ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, the first to be held in the Arab world. Over the past decade, the initiative has grown into a cornerstone of Qatar's international outreach, building long-term, cross-sector collaboration through cultural and creative engagement. 'In an increasingly interconnected world, culture has become a critical language of diplomacy,' writes Al Khater. 'What began as a platform to welcome the world to Qatar has transformed into a mechanism for long-term, reciprocal collaboration across sectors and borders.' Through a diverse array of programming, ranging from street art installations and collaborative museum exhibitions to culinary exchanges, archaeological fieldwork, and trade fairs, Years of Culture exemplifies a decentralised and inclusive model of diplomacy. It invites participation not only from diplomats and policymakers, but also from chefs, students, economists, volunteers, and artists. Legacy is a recurring theme in the op-ed. Examples include the 'On the Move' exhibition, which debuted as part of Qatar-MENASA 2022 and later toured in China, and the multi-year collaboration with Moroccan artist Sara Ouhaddou, which spans exhibitions, capacity-building, and the revival of traditional glassmaking techniques in Morocco. A recent memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed between Qatar and France in 2024 further underscores the programme's long-term policy impact, building on the foundations laid during the Qatar-France 2020 Year of Culture. The article also reflects on how Qatar is redefining cultural exchange, not as a unilateral export or import of identity, but as a co-created, evolving dialogue. This is evident in the growing presence of contemporary Qatari art in former partner nations such as Germany, Russia, and China, where young Qatari and Qatar-based artists gain global visibility and form lasting international networks. Looking ahead, the Years of Culture is poised to expand beyond the model of annual bilateral partnerships into a continuous, multidimensional platform for global engagement. Born in Doha, but resonating far beyond,' writes Al Khater, the programme is now seen as a cultural and intellectual hub, encouraging dialogue, creativity, and mutual respect in an era of shifting global narratives.
Qatar Tribune
12-05-2025
- Science
- Qatar Tribune
Al Khater meets Swiss state secretary for education, research and innovation
DOHA: Minister of Education and Higher Education HE Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater has met with State Secretary of State for Education, Research and Innovation of the Swiss Confederation HE Dr Martina Hirayama. The meeting discussed aspects of cooperation in the fields of education, scientific research, and technical and vocational education, and ways to enhance and develop them through educational grant initiatives and the exchange of expertise at the scientific and technical levels.
Qatar Tribune
06-05-2025
- General
- Qatar Tribune
Education, Awqaf ministers honour outstanding Qatari students at religious preparatory and secondary institute
DOHA: Minister of Education and Higher Education HE Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater and Minister of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs HE Ghanem bin Shaheen Al Ghanem have honoured 39 outstanding Qatari students at the Institute of religious studies preparatory secondary school for boys. The awarding ceremony was attended by the institute's educators and staff. It began with a Holy Quran recitation followed by religious rhymes performed by a group of students from the institute. Then, there was a welcoming speech by the master of ceremonies. In her speech, Al Khater recounted a story that took place in the Prophet's (PBUH) Mosque, highlighting the true meaning of life. She urged students to cling to the Holy Quran rules, which constitute the path of truth in life. For his part, Al Ghanem expressed his pride in the outstanding students as the loyal sons of Qatar who have elevated the name of the nation and set an example of diligence, hard work, and good conduct. He added that the honorees' academic excellence is the fruit of their determination and sincerity, and that they will play a major role in building the homeland, preserving religion, and serving society with solid knowledge, profound understanding, and righteous deeds. Calling on the students to make this stage of their educational journey a springboard for further excellence, He urged them to continue seeking knowledge with sincere intentions, adhere to virtuous morals, and embody the values of Islam in all fields. He concluded his speech by thanking teachers and parents for their support and education. At the end of the ceremony, certificates were distributed to the outstanding students in an atmosphere that expressed pride and appreciation for their efforts and achievements. At the conclusion of the event, the two ministers emphasized the importance of continued cooperation between the two ministries to enhance the quality of religious education and instill the values of citizenship and academic excellence, thus contributing to the development of a conscious and qualified generation capable of serving society and the nation.
