THE ROLE OF THE ARABIC LANGUAGE IN STRENGTHENING IDENTITY AND NATIONAL SECURITY: AN ANALYTICAL STUDY AMID CONTEMPORARY CHALLENGES

This study aims to analyze the relationship between the Arabic language, national identity, and its impact on national security, with a particular focus on how language can be employed to confront contemporary cultural and ideological challenges. The primary objective is to explore the role the Arabic language plays in safeguarding national identity and enhancing national security, with special attention to the cultural and political dimensions of language. The study seeks to provide an in-depth analysis of the role of Arabic in addressing security threats such as ideological extremism and cultural challenges that may endanger the stability of Arab societies. The study adopts a qualitative methodology through content analysis, focusing on a selection of official texts, including speeches, language and educational policies in Arab countries, as well as a review of the relevant literature in the fields of national identity and national security. Emphasis will be placed on extracting key concepts and analyzing messages that reinforce national identity and security through the use of language. The study revealed the critical role that the Arabic language plays in strengthening national identity and confronting modern cultural and ideological threats. It also highlighted the importance of preserving the Arabic language and developing language policies that support national identity in the face of challenges threatening national security. What distinguishes this study is its focus on analyzing official texts and content related to the role of language in reinforcing both identity and national security. This offers a novel perspective within the fields of linguistic and security studies and serves as a valuable academic contribution by providing a scientific framework that can inform the development of linguistic and cultural policies aimed at enhancing national security in Arab countries.