The diplomatic presence symbolized the first global interaction with Riyadh Season 2021, which opened here Wednesday night. The opening ceremony witnessed the hosting of diplomats from 17 countries, including the ambassadors of Japan, China, the UAE, Qatar, Iraq and France, in addition to representatives of the embassies of 11 other countries. This diplomatic presence from around the world was mixed with a variety of international entertainment at the opening parade of Riyadh Season 2021, reflecting the Season's events that will satisfy the various segments of the audience. People enjoyed the Samaritan art on the stage of the opening parade, in addition to the singing and other performances by artists of different nationalities. Riyadh Season 2021 hosts events from several countries around the world, enhancing the entertainment diversity to meet the desires of the audience. The opening night had a share of the Season's slogan, "Imagine More", which integrated local and international art and culture. The public enthusiastically welcomed the Samaritan art and international music present simultaneously at the largest carnival of the Saudi seasons. The opening parade creatively introduced the 14 zones of Riyadh Season by reviewing the activities of each zone, amid applauses from the audience, which confirmed the success of the Season in reaching out to the whole world with the diversity of its events. — SG
