Under the patronage of the President of the State .. Abdullah bin Zayed opens the 43rd session of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair

Abu Dhabi, April 26 / WAM / Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State “may God protect him”, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, opened the 34th session of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, which is organized by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center, during the period from April 26 to May 5, 2025, at the Denik Abu Dhabi Center, under the slogan “Society of Knowledge.”
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan toured the exhibition wings, and was seen on the most prominent modern publications of local and international publishing houses, which contribute to the advancement of the publishing and literature sector and enrich the global cultural scene. His Highness also listened to the opinions of publishers on the challenges and opportunities in the sector, in light of the accelerated digital transformations.
The exhibition for the version of this year chose the “Caribbean Culture” a guest of honor, the encyclopedic scientist Ibn Sina is a pivotal figure, and “One Thousand and One Nights”, the world’s writers.
The exhibition enhances the concept of comprehensive cultural exhibitions through the embrace of this session for more than 2,000 varied events, including the “Poetry Council” event, which will be held for the first time, in addition to the first version of the “Paper Creativity” conference, which focuses on integrating modern technology with publishing, which establishes Abu Dhabi axial role in sustaining the publishing industry, and leading the publishing sector internationally.
The slogan of the exhibition this year supports “Society of Knowledge … Knowledge of Society”, the announcement of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State “may God protect him”, in the year 2025 years for society.

The number of publishers participating in the 34th session of the exhibition is 1,400 publishing houses from 96 countries, and this great demand reflects its position as a global platform for publishing makers, thinkers and creators, and a main station for launching and promoting their new publications, by taking advantage of the pioneering reputation that the exhibition enjoys in the international publishing sector, and the reliability that characterizes the lovers of reading and culture pioneers in the world.
His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Head of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi said: “The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is embodied in our belief that knowledge constitutes a bridge for dialogue and understanding between cultures, and a pillar of human advancement and prosperity. The exhibition highlights the ability of writers to transfer knowledge and stimulate inspiration across generations.
His Excellency Dr. Ali bin Tamim, President of the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center said: “The current session of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair reflects the value of culture and reading in the leading development experience of the UAE and its capital Abu Dhabi, and through its various axes and programs- the level of interest in the Arabic language, the book and publishing industry, and creative industries, is part of the efforts Cultural, hidden from its authentic values ​​derived from the culture and heritage of the place.
His Excellency added: “This session is in harmony with the announcement of the year 2025 to be the year of society, through an integrated program of events that suit the tastes and needs of all groups of society, in line with the goals of the UAE and its vision in promoting cultural diversity, expanding the share of the publishing sector and its participation in sustainable development, and accelerating efforts to complete the system of knowledge economy.”
His Excellency continued: “The exhibition’s projects and its initiatives are integrated with the goals of the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center in promoting the position and presence of the Arabic language, and supporting the culture of reading, tolerance and coexistence, which includes the exhibition’s programs to complete it by choosing the great world Ibn Sina a pivotal figure, and the most influential Arab writer in the imagination of humanity (a thousand nights and nights) to be the world’s writers, and celebrate the culture of the unique Caribbean basin within the program To confirm the human dimension that Abu Dhabi is keen to achieve in all its cultural projects.
The current session of the exhibition embodies the vision of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, which seeks to consolidate its position as a destination for Arab culture, a platform for global intellectual exchange, and the promotion of cultural dialogue between peoples, and the exhibition activities include a remarkable diversity that covers a wide area of ​​topics that include society, fantasy, sustainability, Arab science, artificial intelligence, and innovation, which makes his visit a unique experience from Its type is rich in diversity because of the integrated programs that provide it with five programs.
The axis of “I am inspired” represents the cultural program of the exhibition, which organizes events in the fields of poetry, literature, arts, translation, and cultural discussions, in addition to holding discussion sessions, dialogues, workshops, and lectures that include a group of thinkers, writers, and creators in meetings that explore the various aspects of literature, arts, and thought.
The cultural program is characterized this year by launching the initiative of the Poets Council for the first time, which keeps pace with the audience’s passion for poetry and the rich word through previous experiences of the center, and includes specialized evenings for Nabati poetry and eloquent poetry, accompanied by music drawn from the poems and their rhythms, in addition to evenings during which Arab poets meet their counterparts from other cultures, in a transient creative interaction For borders.
The cultural program shines on the book “One Thousand and One Nights” in the context of the second edition of the World Book initiative launched by the exhibition in 2024, to stand on the largest achievements of human stories imagination and Arab novel history, on a imaginary journey in the worlds of literature, cinema and music.
The Abu Dhabi program continues to provide distinctive cultural content in its third season, hosting an elite group of the most prominent sound blogs in the Arab world and outside, to provide content that discusses inspiring topics that meet the audience’s interests and nourish their passion for knowledge, along with an area that is unique to the young voices.
In addition to the pivotal personality program (Ibn Sina) and the guest of honor, the program includes the signing sessions through the signature corner, which hosts a number of the most prominent writers, and allows the public to meet them and obtain their latest publications.
The professional program of the exhibition “Eat” enhances the position of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi International in sustaining the global publishing sector, and the publishers allow partnerships, by providing communication opportunities with 1,400 publishers from all over the world.
The professional program of the exhibition seeks to explore the future of publishing and creative industries, with a focus on the impact of artificial intelligence, through workshops and major seminars, in addition to exploring new opportunities in digital and creative industries, by launching the first version of the “Digging Creativity” conference, which discusses how to integrate technology in arts and publishing, and achieving interaction between modern technologies and traditional creativity, which provides participants with important visions about Growth and innovation strategies in their fields, as well as the “Business” initiative, which provides space for communication and professional partnerships between publishers.
The exhibition maintains its variety and recreational space through the program (Evidence), which illuminates the diversity of cooking arts in the world related to the cultural heritage of the peoples, in addition to exhibitions and artistic photography workshops, and the program includes the Black Fund cinema that displays a selection of short Arab films, along with a music program revived by distinguished artists over the exhibition days.
The children’s and youth program is a priority in the activities of the Abu Dhabi Center for the Arabic Language, within the framework of a sustainable strategy that it adopts to enhance the love of the Arabic language and establish it in the minds and hearts of children, and enable them to express themselves, which supports their attachment to their cultural identity, based on the fact that children constitute the future of the cultural and civilizational state, and the true guarantor of the sustainability of its global cultural leadership.
The axis of “I learn” provides a charming educational experience for children and young adults that combine education and entertainment, and includes workshops and interactive activities that highlight the Arabic language in the pillars dedicated to children and young adults, namely the “Children’s Oasis”, and the “Alpha” corner within an attractive educational environment.
The “Explore” program for exhibitors and partners sheds light on the contributions of government partners through cultural activities, which enhances the ties between the world literary community. In a special corner embraces him “under the shadows of Ghaf”, the audience lives a unique literary experience with a writer who reads excerpts from his works, interacts with his fans, and signs them copies of his books.
The exhibition supports enhancing the position of the Arabic language through innovative programs that encourage reading and creativity, in line with the strategy of the UAE, which seeks to build a reader society capable of producing Arabic content that keeps pace with digital transformations, by supporting emerging literary talents, and enriching the Arab library with versions that simulate the modern era.
It is expected that the exhibition will record a record number in the number of visitors exceeding 300,000 visitors, which reflects the success of the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center in expanding the demand for knowledge and culture, the restoration of civilizational momentum to book exhibitions as social cultural demonstrations, and confirms the leadership role of the state, its civilized role in reviving culture, sustaining the publishing industry, enriching the international cultural scene, And consolidating its position as a destination for creativity and knowledge.

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