The Arab East Colleges host the Ministry of Defense to screen the film "Mission Al-Awja" and present A lecture on national action
The Arab East Colleges hosted a delegation from the Ministry of Defense for a screening of the film "Mission Al-Awja" and a lecture on national service and its strategic communication dimensions on Wednesday, May 28, 1447 AH (November 19, 2025). The event was attended by His Excellency Professor Dr. Abdullah bin Salman Al-Salman, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees, and Their Excellencies the Deans of the Colleges. His Excellency Mr. Abdulrahman Al-Sultan, Executive Director General of Strategic Communication at the Ministry of Defense, delivered the lecture. His Excellency Professor Dr. Saeed bin Turki Al-Mulla, Chairman of the Supervisory Committee for the Intellectual Awareness Unit, explained that this event was held to celebrate the heroism of the Saudi Armed Forces and to build upon the success of the film "Mission Al-Awja," which is considered one of the most prominent and high-quality productions by the Ministry of Defense, due to its national messages reflecting the courage and sacrifices of the Armed Forces heroes. The event was well-attended by students, faculty, and administrative staff. It began with a screening of the film "Mission Al-Awja," a moving documentary showcasing the Ministry of Defense's efforts to highlight the nation's heroes and their heroic actions across various fields. This was followed by a lecture on national action and its strategic communication dimensions, presented by His Excellency Professor Abdulrahman Al-Sultan. He discussed the role of heroic drama in strengthening national identity by transforming epic stories into impactful dramatic works that contribute to the state's strategic objectives. He also discussed the "Mission Al-Awja" film as an inspiring national model, examining its communication messages and its impact on shaping public awareness and reinforcing values of belonging. He emphasized the importance of coordination between government and media entities to craft impactful national messages that enhance public awareness. Furthermore, he addressed communication planning mechanisms and their role in building a balanced media discourse that reflects the state's values and directions and keeps pace with the rapid developments in the field of modern communication. This event stems from the Arab East Colleges' commitment to strengthening and building partnerships with government entities as part of a series of initiatives aimed at fostering national belonging and instilling values of loyalty and pride in the nation, its capabilities, and its achievements. For his part, His Excellency Dr. Saeed Al-Mulla expressed his gratitude to the Ministry of Defense for their cooperation, emphasizing the Arab East Colleges' dedication to continuing to organize activities that promote national belonging and reinforce the values of giving and responsibility. At the conclusion of the meeting, the Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Professor Dr. Abdullah bin Salman Al-Salman, presented a commemorative shield to the Ministry of Defense, expressing his thanks and appreciation to the delegation participating in the event.