Doha:Qatar's Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs recently conducted the second edition of its Bilisan Arabi Mubin seminar, which centered on the role of cultural institutions in promoting the Arabic language and preserving national identity. The event took place at Imam Muhammad bin Abdul Wahhab Mosque.
According to Qatar News Agency, the seminar was attended by HE Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs Ghanem bin Shaheen Al Ghanem, along with scholars, academics, researchers, and media professionals. Participants engaged in discussions on enhancing the presence of the Arabic language in education, media, and cultural institutions. They addressed challenges such as dialect differences, limited digital resources, and the complexities of teaching Arabic to non-native speakers.
Furthermore, the attendees advocated for the increased use of accessible Modern Standard Arabic in media and public discourse. They also emphasized the need for more Arabic-language scientific and intellectual productions and called for investments in digital learning tools and teacher training. The seminar aligns with the ministry's efforts to promote Arabic and Islamic identity, supporting the objectives of Qatar National Vision 2030.