A Local Presence... A Global Impact
The library transcends geographical boundaries to provide its services
according to the highest professional standards through an integrated
network of branches:
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Headquarters and Al-Murabba Branch:
Integrated cultural complexes featuring specialized libraries
for women and children.
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Reference Services Branch (Khurais):
An advanced research and reference platform serving researchers
and scholars.
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International Presence:
The library builds bridges of cultural communication through its
international branches in:
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Kingdom of Morocco:
King Abdulaziz Al Saud Foundation for Islamic Studies and
Human Sciences in Casablanca.
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People's Republic of China:
King Abdulaziz Public Library Branch at Peking University.
King Abdulaziz Public Library plays a knowledge and cultural role that
contributes to achieving the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030,
by disseminating knowledge and promoting reading, preserving and
providing access to Saudi, Arab, and Islamic heritage, developing
cultural and knowledge content, leveraging digital technologies to
make it accessible, and building bridges of cultural communication
with diverse cultures around the world.
The library translates this role through its projects, programs,
initiatives, and local and international partnerships, supporting the
development of a knowledge-based society, building capabilities,
enriching cultural life, and strengthening the Kingdom's cultural and
civilizational presence globally.
This international reach contributes to enhancing cultural and
knowledge exchange, introducing Saudi culture, and building bridges
of communication between the Kingdom and other societies and cultures,
in line with the aspirations of Saudi Vision 2030 to strengthen the
Kingdom's global cultural presence.
Our Knowledge Pillars
The library's efforts revolve around strategic areas that represent
the depth of Saudi and Arab identity:
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National Documentation:
Caring for the history of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the life
of its founder, King Abdulaziz – may he rest in peace – and
documenting its achievements and national heritage, contributing
to strengthening national identity and making it accessible
to future generations.
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Heritage Revitalization:
Preserving, documenting, digitizing, and providing access to
Saudi, Arab, and Islamic heritage, and presenting it through a
contemporary perspective that meets the requirements of academic
research and supports the sustainability of cultural and
intellectual heritage.
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Culture and Knowledge:
Producing, organizing, and providing access to cultural and
knowledge content, supporting specialized studies and research,
publishing, and translation, thereby contributing to
building a knowledge-based society, developing capabilities,
and promoting lifelong learning.
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Social Responsibility:
Developing children's culture, enabling various segments of
society to access knowledge, and encouraging reading, creativity,
and innovation, thereby enhancing cultural participation
and quality of life.
Civilizational Achievements and Major Projects
The library undertakes the implementation and management of some of
the largest cultural projects at both the national and international
levels, most notably:
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Global Awards:
The King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz International Award for Translation,
and the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Award for Cultural Cooperation
between Saudi Arabia and China.
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Digital and Standards-Based Projects:
The Unified Arabic Catalog, the Arabic Digital Library, and the
Arabic-Chinese Digital Library.
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Encyclopedias and National Projects:
The Encyclopedia of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the National
Project for Renewing the Connection with Books, and the Children's
Book Club.
These projects embody the library's contribution to the objectives of
Saudi Vision 2030 by developing knowledge and cultural capabilities,
enriching content, strengthening national identity, digitizing
knowledge and heritage, and expanding the scope of cultural and
civilizational exchange both locally and internationally.
