Manama: His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today inaugurated the Rashid bin Khalifa Art Collection exhibition, which highlights Arabic and Islamic art. His Royal Highness affirmed that the Kingdom's achievements, led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, inspire creative artists and enrich Bahrain's artistic and cultural landscape.
According to Bahrain News Agency, His Royal Highness outlined the Kingdom's commitment to encouraging an environment that promotes creativity, while reinforcing national identity and embracing cultural openness. He highlighted the Kingdom's advancement across various sectors, particularly in culture and the arts, reflecting the positive progress made in the Bahraini creative sector.
His Royal Highness emphasised that these artworks embody national identity, Bahrain's rich history, and its future aspirations. He added that they are an important tool in raising societal awareness and cultural diversity. His Royal Highness commented that Bahraini artists, as part of Team Bahrain, carry the values of tolerance, coexistence, and pride in national identity through their creative artworks.
His Royal Highness also underscored that the work of Bahraini artists contributes to presenting a progressive image of the Kingdom both regionally and internationally. He toured the exhibition, viewing its selection of artworks that reflect the diversity of creative experiences in the Bahraini art scene. His Royal Highness commended the distinguished artistic contributions of His Excellency Shaikh Rashid bin Khalifa Al Khalifa throughout his creative career, which have enriched the artistic and cultural scene of the Kingdom of Bahrain and contributed to the strengthening of the visual arts.
His Royal Highness outlined that the artworks showcased at the exhibition reflect a profound artistic vision that blends authenticity and modernity, highlighting the artists' creativity and their ability to express human values through a sophisticated artistic style. He highlighted that HE Rashid bin Khalifa's artistic career inspires young Bahraini artists.
For his part, His Excellency Shaikh Rashid bin Khalifa expressed his gratitude for His Royal Highness's inauguration of the exhibition and his support for the Kingdom's art movement, reflecting the importance of the arts in enhancing national identity and the cultural scene. Several senior officials were also in attendance.