Saudi arabia annual theme of 2023: The year of arabic poetry

Embracing the Year of Arabic Poetry: Marketing Strategies for Saudi Arabian Businesses

Martin O'Leary
Martin O'Leary

Group Head, Marketing

In a world driven by technological advancements and evolving marketing trends, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to connect with their audiences. For companies in Saudi Arabia, a unique opportunity arises to infuse their marketing strategies with cultural richness and artistic allure.

The Year of Arabic Poetry Unveiled

Annually, the Ministry of Culture in Saudi Arabia announces a distinctive theme as part of the kingdom's efforts to celebrate national heritage and culture. Following the success of previous themes such as the 'Year of Arabic Calligraphy' and the 'Year of Saudi Coffee,' 2023 has been declared the 'Year of Arabic Poetry'.

This theme provides businesses with the chance to harness the power of poetry as a compelling tool to engage and resonate with their target markets.

In the past, companies have effectively utilized the annual themes to align their brand messages and create engaging visuals for their products or services. For example, during the Year of Saudi Coffee, businesses organized events offering Saudi coffee, distributed coffee beans as gifts, and incorporated the theme into their messaging for special occasions like Eid and Saudi National Day.

One such instance is the Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai Celebrating ‘Year of Coffee’ by offering coffee from different parts of Saudi.

Flynas, the Saudi air carrier, even branded its flights to fit in with the ‘Year of the Coffee theme’ in 2022
Flynas, the Saudi air carrier, even branded its flights to fit in with the ‘Year of the Coffee theme’ in 2022

Infusing Cultural Richness into Brand Identity

To truly resonate with the people of Saudi Arabia, businesses can integrate the theme of the 'Year of Arabic Poetry' into their brand identity.

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By incorporating poetic elements into logos, slogans, and visual designs, businesses can evoke a sense of cultural pride and authenticity.

For instance, a clothing brand can incorporate Arabic calligraphy inspired by famous poems into its logo, creating a unique visual identity that captures the essence of the theme.

Infusing cultural richness into their brand allows businesses to forge a deep emotional connection with their target audience, fostering brand loyalty and customer engagement.

Evoking Emotion through Social Media Marketing

Incorporating the theme of the 'Year of Arabic Poetry' into social media marketing can be a powerful way for businesses to captivate their online audience. Sharing snippets of renowned Arabic poems that reflect the essence of the brand or its values allows businesses to leverage the emotive power of poetry.

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Craft poetic captions or taglines that accompany visuals or product showcases, adding an artistic touch to the content and inviting the audience to appreciate the beauty of the Arabic language. 

Embracing the 'Year of Arabic Poetry' in social media marketing enables businesses to tap into the rich heritage of Saudi Arabia, fostering brand loyalty and resonating with their target audience on a deeper level.

Saudi Arabian coffee made its presence felt at the Cannes Film Festival, as the Saudi pavilion welcomed visitors from different nationalities in a traditional manner.
Saudi Arabian coffee made its presence felt at the Cannes Film Festival, as the Saudi pavilion welcomed visitors from different nationalities in a traditional manner.

Communicating Elegance and Imagery

Language plays a vital role in marketing, and the 'Year of Arabic Poetry' offers businesses an excellent opportunity to experiment with poetic language.

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Whether through social media posts, advertising campaigns, or website content, incorporating Arabic poetry or poetic expressions can add a touch of elegance and captivate the audience. 

Restaurants, for example, can use poetic descriptions to showcase their menu items, enticing customers with mouthwatering imagery and evocative language.

By weaving poetic language into their communication, businesses can create a memorable and enchanting experience for their customers.

SPL, Saudi Post Logistics, created postal stamps with the "Year of Arabic Calligraphy” logo.
SPL, Saudi Post Logistics, created postal stamps with the "Year of Arabic Calligraphy” logo.

Celebrating Heritage, Fostering Success

In conclusion, the 'Year of Arabic Poetry' presents an extraordinary opportunity for businesses in Saudi Arabia to infuse their marketing strategies with cultural richness and artistic allure. By aligning brand messages with the theme, businesses can engage and resonate with their target markets on a deep emotional level.

Let's recap the key points from this blog post:

  • The Ministry of Culture in Saudi Arabia announces an annual theme to celebrate national heritage and culture, with the 'Year of Arabic Poetry' declared for 2023.
  • Businesses have effectively utilized previous themes like the 'Year of Arabic Calligraphy' and the 'Year of Saudi Coffee' to align brand messages and create engaging visuals.
  • Infusing cultural richness into brand identity through logos, slogans, and visual designs fosters a deep emotional connection with the target audience, enhancing brand loyalty and customer engagement.
  • Incorporating the theme into social media marketing allows businesses to leverage the emotive power of poetry, captivating online audiences and resonating with their target market.
  • Experimenting with poetic language in marketing materials, such as social media posts, advertising campaigns, and website content, adds elegance and captivates the audience, creating a memorable and enchanting experience.

With the 'Year of Arabic Poetry', businesses can tap into the rich heritage of Saudi Arabia, forge deep connections with their audience, and elevate their brand to new heights. Embrace the power of poetry and let it guide your marketing journey toward success and cultural authenticity.

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Martin O'Leary

Group Head, Marketing