A new Financial and Economic Dictionary has been launched in Saudi Arabia to mark World Arabic Language Day, observed under the theme “Innovative Paths for the Arabic Language: Policies and Practices for a More Inclusive Linguistic Future.” The initiative is intended to promote the use of Arabic in scientific and economic contexts.
The dictionary was developed through collaboration among several government entities, including the Ministry of Finance, King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language, Ministry of Economy and Planning, Capital Market Authority, Government Spending and Projects Efficiency Authority (EXPRO), General Authority for State Real Estate, National Debt Management Center, National Center for Government Resource Systems, National Center for Privatization & PPP, and the Financial Sector Development Program.
According to the announcement, the dictionary’s goal is to standardize financial and economic terminology by providing precise definitions in both Arabic and English. It aims to increase financial literacy, support academic and media content related to finance, and improve communication between government agencies, the financial sector, and academia. The resource contains more than 2,000 terms covering topics such as monetary policy, investment strategies, economic planning methods, financing approaches, and market instruments.
The dictionary is designed as an educational tool to assist researchers, students, and policymakers. It seeks to enhance performance within financial institutions by making professional communication more effective. Organizers describe it as a significant contribution to Saudi Arabia’s financial sector.
The launch aligns with efforts to make the Arabic language more inclusive in technical fields. The initiative supports using Arabic as a medium for research and decision-making in finance.
To access the dictionary online,click here.
