Considering the escalation of the Palestinian crisis over the last two years, the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication had planned an interesting event to discuss the need for Edward Said’s thought to face the challenges surrounding the Palestinian cause, as part of the rich cultural program of the International Book and Publishing Fair.

Moderated by Mustapha Ghallmane, the discussion went through a deep thinking about the impact of Edward Said’s intellectual writing in defending the rights of the Palestinian people. Edward Said was a Palestinian-American intellectual known for his sharp critique of Western narratives, especially in his book Orientalism. He was also a strong defender of the Palestinian cause.

Syrian writer and critic Subhi Hadidi emphasized the urgent need to revisit Said’s work, especially his contributions to the Palestinian cause. He highlighted Blaming the Victims, one of Said's critical texts on Palestine, regretting that its translation into Arabic was done casually and did not receive the attention it deserves in the Arab world. Hadidi also pointed out the depth of Said’s critique of Orientalism, calling it “a profound analysis of the institution of Orientalism itself”.

Moroccan academic and researcher Anouar El Marjouji echoed these sentiments, stating that one cannot judge Edward Said's work by its immediate relevance. According to him, returning to Said is not a trend, but a necessity, as his voice remains present in every crisis involving Palestine. El Marjouji said:” At a time when the Palestinian people were being ignored, Edward Said consistently appeared in American media, defending their rights and telling their stories to the world”.

The name of Edward Said will always remain an excellent advocate for justice.  In light of recent challenges facing the region, his writings continue to serve as a moral and intellectual compass. Revisiting his work is more than an academic exercise, it is a step toward reclaiming a powerful narrative that champions truth, resistance, and dignity.