Mohammed Bin Rashid Library and Russian State Library Explore Cooperation
Mohammed Bin Rashid Library welcomed Timofey Shchegolkov, Deputy Director General for Operations, Construction and Security at the Russian State Library, for discussions on potential cooperation opportunities. The meeting, held in Dubai, included Dr Mohammed Salem AlMazrooei and Ali Juma Al Tamimi, along with library officials.
The talks focused on several areas:
- Library management
- Manuscript restoration
- Heritage preservation
- Utilization of advanced technologies for historical collection safety
- Translation, publishing, and exchange of literary works
Shchegolkov presented the Russian State Library's digitisation initiative, which has made millions of books and manuscripts accessible over five years. Both sides discussed the role of artificial intelligence in culture and creative industries, as well as its potential for knowledge preservation.
During his visit, Shchegolkov toured the library's specialised collections and digital facilities, learning about its advanced book management systems. He also visited the "Treasures of the Library" exhibition, featuring rare manuscripts and historical books.
Shchegolkov praised the library's infrastructure and commitment to cultural heritage, highlighting potential future collaborations. The visit concluded with an exchange of publications, including Facets of a Great Dream: The Architecture of the Russian State Library and Treasures of Mohammed Bin Rashid Library.