The Algerian government has unveiled its first trilingual pharmaceutical dictionary, a comprehensive reference tool aimed at unifying pharmaceutical terminology and promoting the use of the Arabic language in the scientific field. The dictionary, which took a year to compile, features over 5,600 terms in Arabic, French, and English. This significant achievement was made possible through the collaborative efforts of experts and officials from various specialties.
The launch ceremony was presided over by Minister of Pharmaceutical Industry, Ouassim Kouidri, and attended by Salah Belaïd, President of the Higher Council of the Arabic Language. During the event, Minister Kouidri commended the scientific and professional efforts invested by the joint team from the Ministry and the Higher Council of the Arabic Language. He emphasized that this dictionary is a valuable addition to Algeria's scientific heritage and a crucial reference for standardizing pharmaceutical terminology.
The dictionary is expected to enhance university education, enrich scientific research, and promote the Arabic language in the pharmaceutical sector, while maintaining an open approach to French and English. Minister Kouidri announced that a digital version of the dictionary will be made available on the Ministry's and Higher Council's websites, and that physical copies will be distributed to several university libraries.
The President of the Higher Council of the Arabic Language, Salah Belaïd, praised the joint commission's efforts, stating that the dictionary's development marks a significant milestone in creating specialized scientific vocabulary in Arabic, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry. He noted that the dictionary has generated considerable interest, especially among students and researchers.
The dictionary's development involved a rigorous scientific process, with experts and officials working together to research, verify, and validate terminology. This collaborative approach ensured the accuracy and reliability of the dictionary's content. The publication is expected to support the growth of pharmaceutical research and education in Algeria.
To ensure the dictionary remains a valuable resource, Minister Kouidri called for the continuation of the joint commission's work to periodically update the dictionary and prepare new editions in response to growing demand. This approach will enable the dictionary to remain relevant and accessible to a wider audience of students and researchers.
The launch of the trilingual pharmaceutical dictionary demonstrates Algeria's commitment to promoting the Arabic language in scientific fields and enhancing its pharmaceutical industry. The dictionary is a significant resource for students, researchers, and professionals, providing a standardized reference tool for pharmaceutical terminology.
Key points
- The dictionary contains over 5,600 terms in Arabic, French, and English.
- The digital version of the dictionary will be available on the Ministry's and Higher Council's websites.
- The dictionary aims to unify pharmaceutical terminology and promote the use of the Arabic language in the scientific field.
