Held under the theme ‘A Matter of Time’, the 2024 Cultural Summit Abu Dhabi will unite ministers, cultural leaders, artists and musicians to take urgent action to drive positive change across society. need to listen
Grammy Award-winning singer, producer, and songwriter Babyface attended the 6th Culture Summit Abu Dhabi 2024. Provided by: DCT Abu Dhabi.
ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, March 5, 2024 (Globe Newswire) — The 6th Culture Summit Abu Dhabi, themed “A Matter of Time,” concludes today with over 200 speakers from 90 countries and More than 1,150 participants gathered. Leaders in art, music, public policy, design, heritage, media, museums and technology affirm the tangible impact of culture as a transformative tool in societies and communities around the world. and emphasized a deep sense of urgency to improve our culture. It is at the heart of global sustainable development.
“Change can happen at any time. The time to act is now.” His Excellency Mohammed Khalifa Al Mubarak declared on the exit panel. “What we have achieved at this summit is to create a secure ground, a nexus between East and West. We are committed to being a platform where we can discuss challenges and propose concrete solutions. We look forward to welcoming you back to your adopted home of Abu Dhabi next year.”
Discussing the important contribution of the summit in bringing together political and cultural leaders, Tim Marlowe, CEO and Director of London’s Design Museum, highlighted the value of Club Madrid, the world’s largest forum for democratic former presidents and prime ministers, which opened the summit. He said: “The more those in power listen and understand what can be done to the cultural landscape, the more opportunities there are to build bridges.”
The theme of time was explored through dynamic performances such as Wayne McGregor. UniVerse: Dark Crystal Odyssey At the Cultural Foundation in Abu Dhabi. Wayne McGregor CBE He talked about thinking of the body as an archive that holds experience and acts as a palimpsest of the intellect, stimulating the imagination of an audience that embraces the body in space and time.
The third and final day began with an inspiring keynote speech by the Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producer. baby face and harvey mason jr., CEO of the Recording Academy®, who identified the transformative role of music. “Music allows time travel,” Babyface declared. “Culturally, what is happening on Saadiyat Island should be happening all over the world to bring people together.”
Pressing issues such as new technology and climate change dominated the conversation. ‘Thanks to technology, we urgently need to regulate culture’ warns Ernesto Ottone Ramirez, UNESCO Deputy Director-General for Culture. “Humans have the right to create, and artificial intelligence cannot take it away from us.” The need to start thinking from the perspective of the environment, rather than from our own perspective, was suggested. During a panel discussion exploring climate change as a catalyst for a new cultural dialogue. Adriana Sandoval Trujillo The Embassy of Colombia in the UK said: “By working with museums to bring indigenous knowledge to the forefront, we can create synergies that save our planet.”
Keynote speeches from iconic creators and thinkers ranging from poets adonis to Professor Homi Baba He provided a philosophical and thoughtful response to the theme of time.
“Time claims to be scientific, but it’s actually very subjective and infused with memory,” he reflected. richard armstrong, Director Emeritus of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Foundation. “I want to say to future museum leaders that art bends time and helps us not only understand each other, but that the past has very deep connections to what we do today. Let us understand: We must have the courage to be ourselves, but we must also have the courage to come together.”
Justin Symonds Order of the British Empire“The good news is that culture has moved from niche to mainstream,” stressed London’s Deputy Mayor for Cultural and Creative Industries and founder and chair of the World Cities Culture Forum.
The summit was an opportunity for stakeholders to declare the urgency of their cultural policy aspirations in the lead-up to the next Mondiacarte Forum for Ministers of Culture to be held in Barcelona in 2025. His Excellency Arpidio Alonsothe Minister of Culture of the Republic of Cuba said, “Without culture, we lose our future.”
For more information about Culture Summit Abu Dhabi, its full program and sessions available to watch online, please visit: www.culturesummitabudhabi.com.
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About Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism
The Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sector, fosters economic development and supports Abu Dhabi’s broader global ambitions. By collaborating with the organizations that define the emirate’s status as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi unifies the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate’s potential, aligning efforts and investments, and We strive to provide innovative solutions and use the best tools. Policies and systems that support the cultural, creative and tourism industries.
DCT Abu Dhabi’s vision is defined by the emirate’s people, heritage and landscape. We work to enhance Abu Dhabi’s status as a place of unparalleled experiences, exemplified by a living tradition of authenticity, innovation and hospitality, pioneering initiatives and creative thinking.
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