Riyadh: Under the patronage of Riyadh Region Deputy Governor Prince Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Abdulaziz, the Handicrafts Forum, organized by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, kicked off today in Riyadh.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the two-day forum aims to empower male and female artisans by offering workshops, training, marketing, and organizational programs that contribute to national economic development, enhance local content, and transform heritage into added economic value, in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.

The forum features the participation of 70 artisans who contribute to promoting cultural heritage.