News and Events

The Saudi British Society is proud to host a wide range of events, lectures and presentations, showcasing the rich cultural palettes of, and relationships between, the Middle East and the Western World. Delving into both macro and micro subjects, the Society’s lectures look at past, present and future, and offer unique insights into a fascinating region and a vitally important relationship.

UK-Saudi Creative Economy: A Talk by Lord Ed Vaizey

Event date: 07/07/2022
The Saudi British Society had the pleasure of hosting Lord Ed Vaizey, former UK Government Culture and Digital Minister. The conversation focused on the importance of the creative economy; the UK's experience, and what it means for countries such as Saudi Arabia.
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Celebrating Saudi Arabia’s Founding Day

Event date: 22/02/2022
On the occasion of Founding Day, the Chairman, Trustees and members of the Saudi British Society send greetings to citizens of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on the occasion of Founding Day on Tuesday February 22.
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2021 Ghazi al-Gosaibi Memorial Lecture

Event date: 09/12/2021
Presented by Dr Hanaa Almoaibed, the lecture focussed on shifting work patterns in Saudi Arabia and examined how Dr Ghazi al-Gosaibi’s policy work in the Saudi Ministry of Labour laid the foundations for career opportunities for Saudis today.
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In Memoriam: Roger Harrison 1946–2021

It is with great sadness that The Saudi British Society acknowledges the sudden but peaceful passing of a dear friend and supporter, Roger Harrison, at his home on the Spanish island of Mallorca on Saturday 16th October 2021, at the age of 75 years.
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AGM and a Talk by Dr Thalia Kennedy on ‘Reviving Heritage: Turquoise Mountain and the Traditional Arts of Saudi Arabia’

Event date: 30/09/2021
There was a talk by Dr Thalia Kennedy on 'Reviving Heritage: Turquoise Mountain and the Traditional Arts of Saudi Arabia' at the Society’s AGM on 30 September. 
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Saudi National Day

Event date: 23/09/2021
On the 23rd of September 2021, The Society was proud to join in the worldwide celebrations for Saudi Arabia National Day.
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Nejd Architecture: A Living Tradition by Mr John McAslan

Event date: 02/06/2021
John McAslan CBE speaks on Nejd Architecture: A Living Tradition, illustrating his practice's commitment to understanding local traditions and reflecting these in its portfolio of work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and elsewhere.
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The Curious History of Written Arabic by Dr Michael Macdonald

Event date: 25/03/2021
Our Speaker on this occasion, Dr Michael C. A. Macdonald, talking on the intriguing subject of 'The curious history of written Arabic' examined the relationship between Arabic and writing through the centuries.
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In Memoriam: Muawiya Derhalli 1927 – 2021

Event date: 31/01/2021
The Saudi British Society announces with great sadness the death of SBS Honorary Member and former Trustee Muawiya Derhalli, who died peacefully at home on 29 January 2021, aged 93. Muawiya was a wonderfully loyal member of the SBS, coming to all meetings he could and applying his wit and wisdom to Society issues.
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2020 Ghazi al Gosaibi Memorial Lecture

Event date: 03/12/2020
Our Speaker on this occasion was Baria Alamuddin, international journalist and broadcaster and her topic for the Lecture was ‘Ghazi Gosaibi: the man, the reformer and his ideals for women being implemented in Saudi Arabia‘.
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Saudi British Society: 2020 AGM

Event date: 29/09/2020
On Tuesday 29 September the Saudi British Society held its Annual General Meeting via Zoom, hosted by Chairman Sir William Patey. During the meeting, Sir William gave his report on the Society’s activities – which have continued in strong vein in a virtual format.
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Talk: Lawrence of Arabia by Philip Neale, Chair of the T.E. Lawrence Society

Event date: 27/08/2020
SBS members enjoyed an entertaining online talk about Colonel Thomas E. Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia) on the evening of Thursday 27 August. Delivered by Philip Neale, Chair of the T.E. Lawrence Society.
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