emirates7 - The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) will participate in the Riyadh International Book Fair 2024, organized by the Saudi Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission, from September 26 to October 5. The ALC plans to showcase 600 titles from its publications, targeting literature and culture enthusiasts.
Participating in the event at King Saud University in Riyadh, the ALC aims to engage with Saudi universities, libraries, agents, and private publishers to promote the purchase and distribution of its books. Additionally, it intends to explore activities at the fair for inspiration and ideas for the upcoming Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF).
The ALC's involvement in the Riyadh International Book Fair reflects its commitment to engaging in significant cultural events regionally and internationally, promoting its initiatives and publications while advancing the Arabic language. The Centre is dedicated to nurturing a reading culture throughout the community.
Dr. Ali bin Tamim, Chairman of the ALC, stated, "The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre is committed to participating in major cultural events and engaging with industry stakeholders, reinforcing its role in advancing the Arab cultural movement and highlighting Abu Dhabi’s contributions to building cultural bridges and its status as a center of knowledge."
He added, "The Riyadh International Book Fair is a key cultural event in the region, having successfully united prominent Arab and international publishers for over four decades. It features a variety of activities and publications that celebrate the authenticity of Arab culture and the unique attributes of the Arabic language."
The fair brings together notable companies, institutions, and individuals in literature, publishing, and translation, playing a crucial role in promoting reading and enhancing literary, cultural, and artistic awareness through a diverse program of panel discussions, poetry readings, theatrical performances, musical events, and workshops across various fields.
Participating in the event at King Saud University in Riyadh, the ALC aims to engage with Saudi universities, libraries, agents, and private publishers to promote the purchase and distribution of its books. Additionally, it intends to explore activities at the fair for inspiration and ideas for the upcoming Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF).
The ALC's involvement in the Riyadh International Book Fair reflects its commitment to engaging in significant cultural events regionally and internationally, promoting its initiatives and publications while advancing the Arabic language. The Centre is dedicated to nurturing a reading culture throughout the community.
Dr. Ali bin Tamim, Chairman of the ALC, stated, "The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre is committed to participating in major cultural events and engaging with industry stakeholders, reinforcing its role in advancing the Arab cultural movement and highlighting Abu Dhabi’s contributions to building cultural bridges and its status as a center of knowledge."
He added, "The Riyadh International Book Fair is a key cultural event in the region, having successfully united prominent Arab and international publishers for over four decades. It features a variety of activities and publications that celebrate the authenticity of Arab culture and the unique attributes of the Arabic language."
The fair brings together notable companies, institutions, and individuals in literature, publishing, and translation, playing a crucial role in promoting reading and enhancing literary, cultural, and artistic awareness through a diverse program of panel discussions, poetry readings, theatrical performances, musical events, and workshops across various fields.