Saudi Aramco backs Arab Thought Foundation's Fikr 6 conference

The sponsorship confirms the role of the company in supporting cultural and social institutions in Saudi Arabia and the Arab world, as a means to implement its strategic directions.

"The support of Saudi Aramco to the Arab Thought Foundation comes in view of the important role played by this institution in the cultural and social development of Arab societies, in addition to the crowd of scientists and intellectuals attending the event, so the positive results of the event will serve the whole Arab nation," says Saudi Aramac public relations director Ziyad Shikha.

"I would like to point out that the support of cultural, social and educational institutions is an integral part of the Saudi Aramco's message that encourages community service and individual development.

"There is no doubt that growth acceleration witnessed by the world today stems from the human's need to achieve further progress and more development, nevertheless, this might lead to some problems that need specialised studies to find appropriate solutions and future plans to ensure a better future for the individuals and society in general."

Event's executive director and Arab Production Company chairman Hamad Al Ammari says Saudi Aramco has a global reputation for high and distinct efficiency not only in the oil sector, but is also considered one of the leading establishments in the domain of local and global development as well.

"We are grateful for Saudi Aramco for its continued support of conferences organised by Arab Thought Foundation and its commitment towards the major issues of the Arab societies," he adds.

"It is so important to undertake studies and researches dealing with the challenges facing these societies at all levels. This conference constitutes a part of these dialogues and meetings that bring together Arab thinkers and intellectuals to leverage the living standards of Arab societies and preserve their identity and constant values."

Fikr6: Arab Strategies for the Global Era will take place at the Ritz Carlton Hotel, on December 1, 2 and 3 and will assemble 'elite business leaders' in the region to discuss the major challenges facing businesses and societies worldwide and in specific the Arab world.

The event is being hosted for the sixth year, by the Arab Thought Foundation a non-profit organisation, whose aim is to promote the unique culture and values of the Arab people under directives from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa in co-operation with the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB).

"Leaders and scholars will be asked how they are raising global awareness of the values, the people and the policies driving Arab competitiveness in this era of globalisation," says Ammari.