King Salman Global Award for Translation 1

Celebrating excellence in translation and knowledge transfer 1

About the award

A bridge between cultures

The award highlights outstanding work in translation, publishing, and digital initiatives that strengthen cross-cultural dialogue.

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Award branches

The award is granted across several branches covering different fields of translation

AI & Emerging Technologies Branch

Institutions & Bodies Branch

Translation Award in Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies

Translated Works Branch

Individual Efforts Branch

Leaders in knowledge and cultural exchange around the world

2025

South Korea

Seoul

2022

Egypt

Cairo

2020

Saudi Arabia

Riyadh

2016

Spain

Toledo

2015

Switzerland

Geneva

2013

Brazil

São Paulo

2012

Germany

Berlin

2011

China

Beijing

2010

France

Paris

2009

Morocco

Casablanca

2008

Saudi Arabia

Riyadh

0

Award winners

0

Works in past cycles

0

Participating countries

0

Judges

0

Languages open for nomination

Award journey

Call for nominations opens

2025

2025

Screening and shortlisting

Jury evaluation

2026

2026

Winners announced

Latest news

Follow the latest news and events about the award

Shortlist reading phase begins

Registered publishers and translators can review preliminary notes before the jury convenes.

Media kit: identity and approved phrases

Logos, colors, and approved quotes for media partners covering the ceremony.

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Nomination

Follow the timeline, download forms, and complete your request through the portal when the cycle opens.

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Winners section — connect to CMS data when ready.

Award memory — archive of cycles and historical content.

Award members — profiles and secretariat duties. Full board listing is available on the award members page.

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Contact us — program office email and phone.

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