The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is one of the world’s leading and most prominent book fairs.

It serves as a key platform bringing together leading figures from the publishing industry, offering exhibitors a valuable opportunity to showcase their work across the Middle East and North Africa, and to connect with international publishers.

The Fair provides an ideal setting for building partnerships and exploring industry developments.

As a cultural platform, it fosters the love of reading and the dissemination of knowledge on a local, regional, and global scale, while promoting cultural exchange and dialogue between nations.

This year’s edition will feature a rich programme of distinguished speakers and curated sessions, reinforcing its global presence and contributing to the future development of the publishing industry.

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