The 26th Arab Radio and Television Festival came to a close on Thursday evening at the city's cultural center, with Tunisian Minister of Cultural Affairs Amine Al-Srarfi attending the event. The festival's closing ceremony was held at the opera house, featuring a blend of traditional Arabic music and symphonic orchestra in a performance titled "Travel to You and Sing". The event was produced by the Arab States Broadcasting Union (ASBU).
The festival's closing ceremony included the distribution of awards to winners. Tunisia had a significant presence among the winners, with two of its programs taking the top two spots in the cultural program category. "Laylat Eid" and "Manazil Al-Fan" from the National Radio of Tunisia won the first and second prizes, respectively. Additionally, the radio report "When the Burnt Earth Blooms" won the first prize in the news report category.
Other Tunisian programs also received awards, including "Dream Small" from Radio Jeunesse, which won the first prize in the children's program category. "Min Al-Tahaddi Mu'jizat" from Radio Mahdia won the first prize in the motivational program category. In the women's program category, Radio Diwan FM won the first prize for its program "Hunar Al-Ra'idat".
The festival is a significant event in the Arab media landscape, bringing together professionals and enthusiasts from across the region. The event aims to promote and celebrate excellence in radio and television programming. This year's festival featured a range of programs and performances, showcasing the diversity and creativity of Arab media.
The performance "Travel to You and Sing" was composed and written by Tunisian musician and academic Karim Thlibi. The event was attended by a number of officials and media professionals, highlighting the importance of the festival in promoting cultural exchange and cooperation.
The Arab States Broadcasting Union (ASBU) is a regional organization that aims to promote cooperation and coordination among Arab broadcasters. The union has been organizing the Arab Radio and Television Festival for several years, providing a platform for Arab media professionals to share their work and exchange ideas.
The festival's awards ceremony was a highlight of the event, with winners from across the Arab region receiving prizes for their outstanding work. The event concluded on a high note, with attendees looking forward to next year's festival.
Key points
- Tunisia wins multiple awards at the 26th Arab Radio and Television Festival.
- The festival promotes excellence in radio and television programming across the Arab region.
- The event is organized by the Arab States Broadcasting Union (ASBU).
