Sheikha Al Mayassa highlights culture’s power to sustain dialogue at QC Talks

QC Talks, a cultural forum held at the Museum of Islamic Art Auditorium in Doha, Qatar, featured a discussion titled "Culture as Diplomat: How Cultural Institutions Shape International Relationships." The event, moderated by Dr Safwan Masri, brought together H.E. Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums, and Anne-Claire Legendre, President of the Institut du monde arabe in Paris.

The conversation focused on how cultural institutions can foster dialogue, trust, and understanding between communities, complementing diplomatic efforts and strengthening connections between people. Sheikha Al Mayassa emphasized the role of curiosity in cultural exchange, stating that "Culture starts at the point of curiosity. It allows you to want to discover the other person on a more humane level."

Legendre, in turn, highlighted the emotional depth of culture, noting that it speaks to our humanity and emotions, and should be invested in to build positive dialogue and understanding.

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