QNL Receives Books Selection on Latin America’s History, Culture

Doha: Qatar National Library (QNL) received a selection of books on Latin American countries' culture and history that will enrich the library with additional resources about the cultures of those countries. In the presence of HE Minister of State and President of Qatar National Library Dr. Hamad bin Abdulaziz Al Kuwari, HE Ambassador of Peru to the State of Qatar Jose Benzaquen Perea, and a number of senior officials, QNL held a special ceremony on Tuesday to highlight the progress witnessed in the process of cultural exchange and the close relations between the State of Qatar and Latin American countries. The event was the latest in a series of initiatives undertaken by QNL to promote knowledge exchange and strengthen cultural relations with diplomatic missions. Marking the occasion, HE Dr. Hamad bin Abdulaziz Al Kuwari emphasized that the donation comes within QNL's efforts in the field of cultural diplomacy, saying that the donation reflected Qatar's diplomatic and cultural collaborative spirit with fr iendly countries and its policy of openness to the world. "We are grateful to the countries that contributed today to further advance our mission of fostering knowledge exchange and promoting a better understanding of various cultures including South Americas rich heritage," His Excellency added. Source: Qatar News Agency