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Overview
Inspiring audiences through conversations with leaders, thinkers, musicians, composers, conductors, choreographers, and artists, Riwaq Al Fikr – ADMAF Talks is a dynamic platform for public dialogue and debate on contemporary global issues. Through a series of online and in-person talks and lectures for students and the wider public, the programme empowers innovative thinking, nurtures cross-cultural exchange, and advances ADMAF's mission to invest in the next generation.
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PANEL DISCUSSIONS
A Nation in Dialogue: Arts, Culture & the UAE’s Global Engagement
20 October 2026, Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy
This panel, in partnership with AGDA, will discuss the impact of cultural diplomacy on nation branding, cross-cultural dialogue, and international cooperation –while reflecting on the opportunities and challenges of using culture to build bridges.
The Vision for Arts Philanthropy
3 November 2026, Emirates Foundation
Leading philanthropists, patrons, and cultural leaders, in partnership with Emirates Foundation, will explore why they invest in the arts, the impact of giving, and how strategic support sustains a vibrant cultural ecosystem.
Intercultural Relations Exchange between UAE and USA
19 November2026, Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy
Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of American Independence and over 50 years of bilateral relations, this panel in partnership with AGDA will explore the role of culture as a powerful catalyst for bilateral engagement.
Echoes Across Cultures: Exploring the Shared Musical Heritage of Spain and the Arab World
23 November 2026,The Institute, New York University Abu Dhabi
Through dialogue and reflections on performance and pedagogy, panelists will examine how Arab poetic and musical traditions have shaped Spanish music, and how these influences continue to inspire contemporary cross-cultural collaboration.
Stay tuned for more information and upcoming panel discussions.
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