Arabic Language Award receives record registrations
DUBAI: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Arabic Language Award, a part of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives and organised by the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library, on Friday announced the closure of registrations for this year’s edition, noting a significant 76% increase in completed registrations compared to last year.
It is also the highest number of registrations since the award’s inception in 2014, demonstrating a growing global interest in the Arabic language and the award’s role in promoting its rich heritage and contemporary relevance.
The entries came from a diverse group of participants, including individuals, teams, and organisations from 65 countries, with 75% of registrations coming in from Africa, 23% from Asia, 1% from Europe and the rest from the Americas and Oceania. Nine countries sent in entries for the awards for the first time, namely Mexico, Norway, Poland, Thailand, The Netherlands, Czech Republic, Djibouti, South Korea, and Mauritius.
This expansion showcases the award’s growing influence and its success in reaching a broader audience, thereby enhancing the global appreciation of the Arabic language.
Other key statistics from the registrations indicate that individuals accounted for 93% of all entries, while the education category received the most entries, constituting 53% of all entries, demonstrating the keen interest and active involvement of participants in educational endeavours related to the Arabic language.
Bilal Al Budoor, Secretary-general of the Award, said: “The record number of registrations for this year’s Mohammed Bin Rashid Arabic Language Award is a testament to the growing global interest in the Arabic language. It also emphasises the pivotal role of both the Emirate of Dubai and the UAE in promoting our language and showcasing its value to the world.”
Al Budoor added: “Furthermore, the award underscores the enduring legacy of the Arabic language, its role in our modern world, and its significance as a language for the future...”