Amazon, Abu Dhabi partnership lays groundwork for expanded Arabic literature access

Amazon, Abu Dhabi partnership lays groundwork for expanded Arabic literature access

17 December 2025

In theory, the modern internet era should be a golden age for world literature access. But in practice, many significant works — particularly Arabic-language works — remain unattainable. 

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Gaming industry leaders call for improved Arabic localization, representation

Gaming industry leaders call for improved Arabic localization, representation

17 December 2025

Saudi Arabia and other investors’ acquisition of video game giant Electronic Arts at the end of September is poised to rewrite the industry’s rules. And for Arabic-speaking gamers and localization professionals, speculation abounds that the ownership shakeup may well lead to more and better Arabic game localizations for future releases. 

Sheikh Hamad Award translation conference celebrates milestone in Arabic-Chinese relations

Sheikh Hamad Award translation conference celebrates milestone in Arabic-Chinese relations

17 December 2025

China and the Arabic-speaking world represent major world powers economically, culturally, and politically. And with the Sheikh Hamad Award for Translation and International Understanding conference’s conclusion at the end of September, their international conversation is closer than ever.