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Abdulwahid Batuwa

@abdulwahidbatuwa

Senior Arabic–English translator and diplomatic communications expert delivering accurate, culturally sensitive translations.

Philippines
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can support high-level diplomatic work through accurate Arabic–English translation, confidential document handling, and culturally sensitive interpretation—while contributing to quality assurance and team mentorship.

I’m a highly accomplished Senior Translator with over 32 years of professional experience at the Embassy of the Royal Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the Philippines. I deliver Arabic–English translation and interpretation with strong attention to linguistic accuracy, cultural appropriateness, and strict confidentiality—especially for legal, governmental, political, academic, and media contexts.

Since 1994, I’ve translated official diplomatic correspondence, government communications, press releases, and embassy documents, and I’ve provided interpretation during diplomatic meetings, conferences, official visits, and government engagements. I also review and proofread work for accuracy and consistency, monitor and translate Philippine media for embassy reference and analysis, and mentor junior translators and language personnel—supporting high-level bilateral relations between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of the Philippines.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Translator

Royal Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Jul 1994 - Present (31 years 11 months)

Provided Arabic–English translation and interpretation for diplomatic correspondence, government communications, legal and academic documents, and media materials, ensuring accuracy, cultural fit, and confidentiality. Supported high-level bilateral meetings, diplomatic missions, and official state visits over 30+ years of service.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Manuel L. Quezon University logoMU

Manuel L. Quezon University

Master of Public Administration, Public Administration

Earned a Master of Public Administration (MPA) at Manuel L. Quezon University in 2005.

Islamic University of Madinah logoIM

Islamic University of Madinah

Bachelor of Science in Shariah Law, Shariah Law

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Shariah Law at Islamic University of Madinah in 1992.

Islamic University of Madinah logoIM

Islamic University of Madinah

Specialization in Teaching Arabic to Non-Arabic Speakers, Arabic Language Teaching

Completed a specialization in teaching Arabic language to non-Arabic speakers at Islamic University of Madinah in 1989.

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