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Telling Our Story: Identity, History, and Heritage in the Work of Gulf Artists

How have Gulf artists expressed themselves over the last half-century and where is the artistic community headed? What art movements and trends are we witnessing today?

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Abu Dhabi International Book Fair Expands Access to Literature

Abu Dhabi’s 33rd international book fair offered free access to hundreds of thousands of visitors, bridging literature and visual arts.

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Urban Imaginaries and Lived Realities in “The Idealised City”

Italian artist Filippo Minelli challenges notions of authenticity in a globalized world, taking Dubai as his subject.

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Hamad AlShriaan: The Rising Star of Kuwaiti Stand-Up Comedy

Hamad AlShriaan and the comedians of the Kuwait Comedy Club blend local cultural references with sharp delivery, creating a vibrant atmosphere for Kuwaiti youth.

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Oman Cultural Complex Highlights Shift in Arab Cultural Production

Through the Oman Cultural Complex, Oman joins its neighbors in a collective Gulf vision of the future while maintaining its lauded commitment to Omani cultural heritage.

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Gulf Artists Make a Splash at the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale

Guided by the theme “After Rain," Gulf presentations at the Diriyah Contemporary Art Biennale approach ecological destruction, communal healing, and sociocultural change with a sense of hope.

Gulf States Choose Diplomacy Facing Region on Fire

Any escalation in the tit-for-tat exchanges of fire between Iran and Israel could heighten the Gulf states’ vulnerability to being caught in the crossfire.

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Through its careful examination of the forces shaping the evolution of Gulf societies and the new generation of emerging leaders, AGSIW facilitates a richer understanding of the role the countries in this key geostrategic region can be expected to play in the 21st century.

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