Riyadh, 25 February 2026 – Manga Productions, a subsidiary of Mohammed bin Salman Foundation “Misk”, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ministry of Defense aimed at enhancing collaboration in the development of innovative national content that highlights Saudi values and strengthens cultural identity across various segments of society. The memorandum reflects the shared commitment of both parties to advance national content through modern media initiatives and the use of creative digital platforms to communicate meaningful national messages.
Under the agreement, both parties will work together to develop media projects and high-quality content that showcases the heroism and achievements of the Armed Forces, and documents national stories through contemporary narrative techniques that reflect Saudi identity. The collaboration also includes producing animated content, creating Saudi characters inspired by the Armed Forces, and introducing initiatives targeting children and youth to inspire them and reinforce national values.
Commenting on the partnership, Dr. Essam Bukhary, CEO of Manga Productions, said:
“We are pleased to sign this memorandum with the Ministry of Defense, a leading national partner that plays a vital role in strengthening Saudi identity and documenting the heroic stories of our nation’s protectors. At Manga Productions, we believe in the power of creative content to inspire future generations and instill national values through impactful storytelling and modern techniques. This partnership extends our commitment to delivering high-quality content that highlights the strength, principles, and enduring legacy of the Saudi people, and inspires future heroes to carry forward our values with pride.”
From his side, Abdulrahman bin Sultan Alsultan, Executive Director General of the General Department of Strategic Communication at the Ministry of Defense Deputyship for Strategic Affairs, stated: “Our partnership with Manga Productions represents a strategic step toward leveraging creative content to convey national messages and reinforce a sense of belonging among future generations. We believe this collaboration will enable us to utilize modern creative media to reach diverse audiences through inspiring and impactful approaches, and to produce content that reflects our values, military identity, and the achievements of the Ministry’s personnel, contributing to enhanced national awareness and documenting the inspiring stories of our nation’s heroes.”
This partnership aligns with the efforts of both parties to develop high-quality cultural and media projects that support the growth of Saudi content creation and strengthen national identity, in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 to empower the creative industries.
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