The "Arabic Language and Artificial Intelligence" forum, organized by the College of Arts at King Faisal University, concluded today, marking World Arabic Language Day, which falls on December 22, 2024. The forum drew distinguished attendance from a select group of academics and experts, and featured the launch of several initiatives aimed at supporting the Arabic language in the digital age.

Launch of the Arabic Language Center and the "Linguistic Sustainability" Initiative

University president Dr. Adel bin Mohammed Abu Zinadah opened the Arabic Language Center, a valuable addition supporting linguistic identity and boosting the standing of Arabic across various fields. The "Linguistic Sustainability" initiative was also announced, aiming to build cultural responsibility toward the Arabic language and ensure its continuity in the face of challenges posed by the digital age.

A Scholarly Commitment to the Sustainability of Arabic

Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Halaibi, Dean of the College of Arts, affirmed that the university's celebration of World Arabic Language Day reflects its scholarly and research commitment to developing Arabic and boosting its standing, both in the educational environment and at the community level. He noted the forum supports Vision 2030, which boosts interest in culture and heritage while focusing on leveraging modern technologies.

Key Forum Recommendations

The forum concluded with important recommendations to support Arabic through artificial intelligence tools, most notably:

  1. Developing AI tools that support the Arabic language while preserving cultural heritage.
  2. Incorporating AI technologies into Arabic-language curricula to meet the needs of the digital age.
  3. Establishing specialized digital platforms to publish Arabic content and make it easier for the general public to access.
  4. Organizing training programs targeting academics and teachers on how to use AI in language teaching.
  5. Boosting international cooperation to exchange expertise and knowledge in developing the Arabic language using AI technologies.

Looking Ahead for the Arabic Language

The forum affirmed that the use of artificial intelligence technologies is not limited to developing the Arabic language, but also contributes to spreading it and boosting its global presence, placing it in an advanced position among languages keeping pace with the developments of the digital age.