The Visual Arts Commission concluded the 'Bridges of Art' 2025-2026 initiative after a year of international cultural exchange programs that contributed to enhancing dialogue and exchanging expertise between the visual arts community in Saudi Arabia and its counterparts around the world. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), 40 male and female artists from Saudi nationals and residents participated in the initiative as cultural practitioners, creative sector specialists, and cultural producers. Dina Amin, CEO of the Visual Arts Commission, said: 'The Bridges of Art initiative was launched with the aim of providing opportunities with a sustainable impact that extends beyond the end of the international programs. We have witnessed participants building valuable professional relationships with their counterparts around the world while sharing their experiences and highlighting the growing development witnessed by the visual arts sector in Saudi Arabia, and we hope that these connections and dialogues will continue to inspire their future works and projects.' Throughout the four programs, participants explored the experiences of artistic institutions and creative communities in addressing common issues, including supporting emerging talents, enhancing public engagement, preserving cultural heritage, and developing sustainable career paths for workers in the art sector. Many expressed interest in artistic residency opportunities and international cooperation programs that allow continued knowledge and professional exchange. These programs formed an important platform to introduce international partners to the rapid cultural development taking place in Saudi Arabia and to highlight the Saudi visual arts scene, which contributed to opening new horizons for cooperation and building future professional partnerships. The 'Bridges of Art' initiative falls within the efforts of the Visual Arts Commission to support the professional development of Saudi cultural practitioners, enhance international cultural exchange, and expand opportunities for global cooperation in the visual arts sector, in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.