Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development Noura bint Mohammed Al-Kaabi stressed the importance of poetry in the cultural system of the country, noting that the poet's words remain in the memory of the generations and the history. The minister reviewed the new strategic plan of the Ministry of Culture and Knowledge Development, Cultural diversity in different emirates.
Al-Kaabi stressed that her ministry is working on drawing up policies and launching initiatives in cooperation with cultural bodies in order to enable the literary arts, including poetry in both Nabataean and Al-Fisheh, to promote cultural mobility at all levels and contribute to the creation of artists with exceptional abilities capable of representing the UAE in international forums. The meeting was attended by the Minister of Culture and Knowledge Development, Sheikh Abdul Aziz Al-Amaimi, Director of the Academy of Poetry, Abdullah Al-Huda, Musab Al-Kaabi, Karim Maatouq, Jumaa Rabea Bin Yaqout, , And media Hussein Al Ameri.
"In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ajman, focusing on poetry in the Emirate of Ajman, as the emirate embraces poetry collections that contributed to the development of the cultural movement in the country. , Which will be headquartered at the Cultural Center in Ajman ».
"Poetry is a part of our inspiring cultural heritage, which tells important chapters of the history of the UAE and embodies the common human values of the state," she said.
"As part of our efforts to bring UAE poets to the world, the Ministry of Culture and Knowledge Development has supported the Emirates Festival of Literature with the participation of three Emirati poets at the London Festival of Literature for the first time, providing opportunities for UAE talent and highlighting the poetic scene. The flourishing and the literary movement of the development of the state. Not only that, but the poets are the ambassadors of the state are able to influence the global communities in line with the policy of cultural diplomacy adopted by the State to provide bridges of constructive dialogue between different cultures and civilizations, and we will support more Emirati poets and creators to participate in other forums ».
Sultan Al-Omaimi thanked the Ministry of Culture and Knowledge Development for opening channels of communication with poets to learn about their opinions and needs in order to promote the poetic and cultural movement in the country, stressing the need to continue the march of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in supporting Nabataean poets and poetry. New styles.
For his part, Musabih al-Kaabi talked about the need to find innovative ways to preserve the UAE individual so that it remains alive in the hearts of the younger generations in light of what we are witnessing rapid development.
Karim Maatouk pointed out the need to encourage external participants of Emirati poets and innovators in Arab and international forums so that the world can recognize our booming cultural scene and acquaint others with our cultural experience.
Abdullah Al-Huda stressed the skills of young artists to continue the Emirati poetry process through supporting them, providing them with reasons of success and highlighting their skills in local festivals.
The poets also stressed the importance of introducing culture and cultural heritage of the state in the educational curricula of the Ministry of Education so that our children can connect with their ancient past, and their inspiring culture.
- Kaabi: poets of the tongue of society, carrying lofty goals and positive messages to consolidate the values and concepts of the community.