RIYADH: King Abdulaziz and his Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity on Friday marked students’ completion of competition tests at the 56th International Chemistry Olympiad in Riyadh, in the presence of Secretary-General of Mawhiba Dr. Amal Al-Hazzaa, and several of the foundation’s officials.
The event, which brought together students and their supervisors, featured many popular activities which represented the Kingdom’s cultural heritage.
Delegates witnessed the Saudi Ardah dance, while camels bearing howdahs awaited the contestants, symbolizing the journey they have taken during their participation in the International Chemistry Olympiad.
Taking part in the global event, which finishes at the end of this month, are 333 students supervised by 260 international specialists in the field of chemistry, from some 90 countries.
The event, which brought together students and their supervisors, featured many popular activities which represented the Kingdom’s cultural heritage. (SPA)
Diverse activities were organized in the main tent, which featured a falconry show and various handicrafts with wickerwork models on display.
Several squares and tents were set up to showcase the Kingdom’s rich history through various displays, such as swords and tools used in the region through the centuries.
In addition, individual and modern games were organized, which allowed the students some recreation after five days of preparing for and taking the scientific and theoretical exams that make up an essential part of the competition.
Each international delegation consists of four talented high-school students and two mentors, one of whom is designated as the head of the delegation or chief mentor. The delegation also includes guests and scientific observers.
The event, which brought together students and their supervisors, featured many popular activities which represented the Kingdom’s cultural heritage. (SPA)
The Kingdom’s hosting of the event reflects the excellence of Saudi students in the international arena and enhances Saudi Arabia’s position as a leading global destination in various scientific fields.
The event was organized by Mawhiba in strategic partnership with the Ministry of Education and King Saud University, and with sponsorship from the Saudi Basic Industries Corporation.
