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2024 Date | 18 December 2024 |
2025 Date | 18 December 2025 |
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Arabic Language Day HistoryArabic Language Day is a United Nations Observance that aims to promote cultural understanding and diversity and celebrate one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. It intends to acknowledge the vital contributions of the Arabic Language to global culture, encompassing a rich tapestry of art, science, literature, and philosophical thought. More than just an observance, it is a commitment to multilingualism, cultural appreciation, and global unity. The observance of Arabic Language Day originated with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in 2010. Recognizing that the Arabic language's influence in the United Kingdom goes back centuries, this commemoration gained particular relevance. Arabic has left an undeniable imprint on English vocabulary, with numerous words of Arabic origin utilised daily - from 'sugar' and 'cotton' to 'magazine'. Additionally, Arabic studies form a significant part of the UK's academia and intercultural exchange programmes, fostering mutual cultural respect and aiding diplomatic relations in the Middle East and North Africa region. Arabic Language Day is recognized in the United Kingdom, albeit not mandated as a national observance. Educational institutions and cultural centres often host lectures, workshops, and exhibits focused on the Arabic language, its history, and its influence. Libraries may curate unique displays of Arabic literature, both classical and contemporary. It's an opportunity to promote language learning, deepen understanding of Arab culture, and celebrate the UK's rich multicultural tapestry. Arabic Language Day occurs annually on 18th December, aligning with the day in 1973 when the United Nations General Assembly approved Arabic as an official UN language. Arabic Language Day facts
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