Riyadh is the site of the launch of Thaqafati, a unified digital platform for the cultural sector designed to provide streamlined access to cultural services through a single digital portal.
According to SPA, the announcement was made during the Ministry of Culture’s participation in the LEAP 2026 conference. Assistant Minister of Culture Rakan Altouq delivered a speech on behalf of Minister of Culture Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan to celebrate the launch.
Altouq stated that the platform integrates various cultural sectors into a cohesive ecosystem to standardize procedures, optimize operational efficiency, and boost service quality. He noted that digital accessibility accelerates sector growth and broadens cultural engagement across society.
The platform aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 digital transformation goals, acting as a national digital gateway to showcase Saudi culture both internationally and locally to drive a sustainable and inclusive cultural future.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Thaqafati platform and where was it launched? Thaqafati is a unified digital platform for the cultural sector that provides streamlined access to cultural services through a single digital portal. The Ministry of Culture launched the platform during its participation in the LEAP 2026 conference in Riyadh.
What are the primary goals and benefits of the Thaqafati platform? The platform aims to integrate diverse cultural sectors into a cohesive ecosystem to standardize procedures and optimize operational efficiency. According to Rakan Altouq, these improvements boost service quality and broaden cultural engagement across society while accelerating the growth of the sector.
How does Thaqafati relate to national goals and international visibility? The platform aligns with the digital transformation goals of Saudi Vision 2030. It serves as a national digital gateway intended to showcase Saudi culture locally and internationally to drive a sustainable and inclusive cultural future.