Sharjah Conference Explores Arab Heritage Through Foreign Eyes
Published on 7.3.25
The second edition of a conference on "Folk Heritage Through the Eyes of Others" opened in Sharjah, with Dr. Abdulaziz Al Musallam emphasizing the importance of reflecting on how Arab heritage has been viewed by others throughout history. The conference aims to deconstruct and reinterpret these perspectives through a critical academic lens, highlighting its role as a bridge for human dialogue and cultural intersection. The event is patronized by Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, who believes in safeguarding collective memory and promoting cultural dialogue with the world. The conference will examine how Arab heritage has been addressed in orientalist writings and artistic works, aiming to better understand its global standing and re-present it with renewed scientific insight.