‘Wahid’ Art Exhibition in Jeddah Celebrates Shared Cultural Heritage of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia
By Amir Muhammad Khan
JEDDAH: A magnificent art exhibition titled “Wahid”, bringing together the creative works of Saudi and Pakistani artists, was inaugurated at the Pakistan Consulate in Jeddah under the theme “One Soul, Shared Heritage, and Diverse Expression.”
The exhibition showcases the artistic traditions and cultural richness of both countries, highlighting how art can bring people and communities closer through creativity and shared heritage.
The chief guest at the opening ceremony, Mohammed Al-Subaih, Director of the Saudi Arabian Society for Culture and Arts in Jeddah, said that art exhibitions play an important role in highlighting creative achievements, strengthening connections between artists and the public, and promoting cultural and artistic activities. He added that these efforts collectively enrich the visual arts landscape.
More Than 60 Saudi and Pakistani Artists Participate
The “Wahid” exhibition brings together more than 60 artists from Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, including Pakistan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ahmed Farooq, and renowned calligrapher Hafiz Shafiq-uz-Zaman.
A diverse collection of artworks, ranging from traditional calligraphy to various forms of visual art, is on display. The exhibition has attracted hundreds of visitors, including Saudi and Pakistani nationals and their families.
Addressing the gathering, Abdul Khaliq Abdullah Al-Zahrani, Director General of the Ministry of Media’s branch in the Makkah region, said the exhibition reflected the richness of both cultures and the beauty of dialogue between them.
He described art and aesthetics as a universal language through which people from different backgrounds can share ideas, traditions and creative expressions.
Consul General Highlights the Bond Between the Two Nations
Pakistan’s Consul General in Jeddah, Syed Mustafa Rabbani, said that although Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are two distinct nations with separate flags, they share a deep fraternal bond that is, in essence, “one” at the level of the soul.
He appreciated the efforts of exhibition curator Ms. Mahira Ali, acknowledged the support of Mohammed Al-Hussain of Planet Art, and commended all participating artists for contributing their work to the exhibition.
Cultural Diplomacy Through Art
The opening ceremony was attended by a large number of Saudi dignitaries, prominent members of the Pakistani community and representatives of Jeddah’s business circles.
The three-day exhibition provides an opportunity for visitors to appreciate the artistic traditions of both countries while strengthening cultural understanding and people-to-people connections between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
Through its theme of shared heritage and diverse expression, “Wahid” highlights the role of art as a bridge between cultures and a meaningful expression of friendship between the two nations.
