Saudi Arabia launches pavilion at Muscat International Book Fair
RIYADH: The Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission has inaugurated Saudi Arabia's pavilion at the 2025 Muscat International Book Fair, which is running until May 3.
Abdullatif Al-Wasel, CEO of the commission, in a statement, said of the event which started on Thursday: 'The Saudi participation reflects the deep cultural bonds between Saudi Arabia and Oman.
'The commission seeks to strengthen collaboration in literature, publishing and translation fields, highlighting the cultural vitality and knowledge advancement flourishing in both nations.'
Al-Wasel said the fair creates significant opportunities for the book industry by connecting Saudi Arabia's publishers with their international counterparts.
The participants at the fair include the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language, King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives, and the King Abdulaziz Public Library.
Also present are the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, King Fahd Complex for the Printing of the Holy Qur'an, the Publishing Association, and Taibah University.
The participation aligns with Saudi Arabia's efforts to enhance cultural ties with Oman while promoting cultural-sector investment opportunities, Al-Wasel stated.
The Kingdom's pavilion will feature a program of literary seminars, panel discussions, and poetry evenings featuring prominent Saudi Arabia intellectuals and writers.
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