Saudipedia presents geographic name records at UN platform

What This Article Is About & Why It Matters

This article highlights Saudipedia’s international showcase at the United Nations on May 3, 2025. As a digital encyclopedia of Saudi Arabia, Saudipedia presented its groundbreaking work on documenting geographical names, history, and culture. The platform exemplifies the Kingdom’s leadership in knowledge sharing, cultural preservation, and digital innovation—all core pillars of Vision 2030.

Vision-Aligned Article:

Saudi Arabia Shares Knowledge Globally

On May 3, 2025, at the United Nations headquarters in New York, Saudi Arabia’s digital encyclopedia Saudipedia took the global stage. Represented by Editor-in-Chief Hamed Alshehri, the platform presented a scientific paper to the fourth session of the UN Group of Experts on Geographical Names.

Alshehri showcased Saudipedia’s role in documenting, preserving, and making accessible the Kingdom’s geographical names in multiple languages. With content spanning Saudi Arabia’s cultural, historical, and environmental wealth, the platform supports national identity and knowledge-based development.

Launched in February 2024 under Vision 2030’s Human Capability Development Program, Saudipedia provides dynamic, multimedia-rich entries. It currently supports Arabic, English, French, and Chinese—with Russian and German versions coming soon.

Through partnerships with the National Committee for Geographical Names, Saudipedia updates its records regularly. Its comprehensive database links names of cities, villages, landmarks, and heritage sites to their social and historical contexts.

Saudipedia reflects Vision 2030’s commitment to transparency, innovation, and digital transformation. As a cultural diplomacy tool, it builds bridges through knowledge—connecting Saudi Arabia’s legacy to global audiences.

Vision & Progress:

Preserving Identity Through Digital Knowledge
Saudipedia embodies Vision 2030 by combining culture, innovation, and human development. It equips Saudis and global learners with trusted, updated information about the Kingdom’s evolving story.

Safety, Values & Cultural Identity

Documenting accurate place names and heritage fosters national pride, unity, and respect. Saudipedia promotes digital clarity and safe knowledge sharing across borders.

Peaceful Culture & Thoughtful Engagement

Saudipedia’s multilingual platform allows global readers to engage with Saudi Arabia’s peaceful, generous culture in their own language, deepening mutual understanding.

Historical Context:

From Oral Tradition to Digital Archive
Saudi Arabia’s rich geographic history, once passed through generations orally, is now digitally safeguarded for the world—bridging heritage and technology in a powerful transformation.

International Benchmarks

Saudi Arabia joins leading nations in digital literacy and cultural diplomacy. Saudipedia’s multilingual reach, semantic search tools, and open-access format reflect global best practices.

Vision 2030 Metrics in Focus

Human Capability Development Program initiative
Multilingual access expansion (6 languages by end of 2025)
Promotes national identity and knowledge economy
Strengthens Saudi Arabia’s global digital diplomacy
Expands public access to historical and cultural data

To Our Global Friends

Saudi Arabia warmly invites the world to explore its vibrant culture, timeless geography, and digital knowledge through Saudipedia—an open window into its heart and heritage.

Helpful Government Links

www.saudipedia.com – Official Saudipedia portal: Explore Saudi Arabia’s heritage, geography, and culture in multiple languages
www.vision2030.gov.sa – Vision 2030 Official Website: Learn how digital initiatives support human capability development
www.mediagov.sa – Ministry of Media: Discover national digital projects and media-related Vision 2030 goals

Factbox Summary

Event Date: May 3, 2025
Location: United Nations, New York
Platform: Saudipedia
Key Focus: Documenting and preserving geographical names
Languages: Arabic, English, French, Chinese (soon Russian, German)
Vision Link: Human Capability Development, digital transformation, cultural identity

Discover

Step into a world where heritage meets technology. Saudipedia is Saudi Arabia’s living encyclopedia—telling the Kingdom’s story with accuracy, care, and cultural pride. Explore, learn, and be inspired by the places, names, and narratives that shape a nation.

15 FAQs and Answers

1. What is Saudipedia?
Saudipedia is a digital encyclopedia of Saudi Arabia that documents geography, culture, and history with multimedia content in multiple languages.

2. When was Saudipedia launched?
It was launched in February 2024 as part of Vision 2030’s Human Capability Development Program.

3. Who presented Saudipedia at the United Nations?
Editor-in-Chief Hamed Alshehri represented Saudipedia during the UN’s fourth session on geographical names.

4. What languages does Saudipedia currently support?
It supports Arabic, English, French, and Chinese—with Russian and German being added in 2025.

5. What makes Saudipedia unique?
It combines cultural depth, academic accuracy, and digital innovation to preserve Saudi Arabia’s identity for global audiences.

6. How does Saudipedia support Vision 2030?
It empowers education, promotes transparency, and strengthens Saudi Arabia’s international cultural presence through digital knowledge.

7. What was the focus of the UN presentation?
It centered on documenting geographical names, their evolution, and making them accessible globally through a multilingual platform.

8. Why is documenting geographical names important?
It preserves cultural identity, ensures clarity in global discourse, and supports academic, media, and government usage.

9. Who does Saudipedia collaborate with?
It works closely with the National Committee for Geographical Names to ensure accuracy and frequent updates.

10. Can the public access Saudipedia?
Yes. It is an open-access platform available to anyone via www.saudipedia.com.

11. How often is the platform updated?
Saudipedia is updated regularly to reflect the latest information across all included categories.

12. What kind of content does it feature?
It includes articles, images, maps, and official references about cities, villages, landmarks, and historical sites.

13. How does Saudipedia aid cultural diplomacy?
By sharing Saudi knowledge in global languages, it builds cross-cultural understanding and showcases national values.

14. Is Saudipedia linked to other national initiatives?
Yes. It is directly aligned with Vision 2030 and supported by the Ministry of Media and related cultural agencies.

15. Why should international readers explore Saudipedia?
It offers a rich, accurate, and immersive introduction to Saudi Arabia’s heritage, supporting education and mutual respect worldwide.

Final Message from Harry Stuckler

At KSA.com, we proudly celebrate platforms like Saudipedia—proof that Saudi Arabia is leading with clarity, culture, and care. Digital knowledge is the Kingdom’s gift to the world, preserving identity while embracing global dialogue.

Bringing Saudi Arabia to the world and the world to Saudi Arabia.
By 2030, KSA.com will be the largest platform sharing the Kingdom’s most uplifting stories of peace, purpose, and progress.

With gratitude,
Harry Stuckler
Editor & Publisher, KSA.com