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Ya Biladi
6 days ago
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- Ya Biladi
Morocco shines as guest of honor at Panama International Book Fair 2023
Morocco, the guest of honor at the 21st Panama International Book Fair (August 11–17), inaugurated its pavilion with an impressive program of cultural, artistic, and literary events. The opening ceremony was attended by several high-ranking Panamanian officials, including the Ministers of Public Security, Culture, Education, and Social Affairs, as well as the Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation. Also present were Morocco's Ambassador to Panama, Bouchra Boudchiche, and Ghizlane Drous, Director of Books, Libraries, and Archives at the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication. Covering 135 square meters, the Morocco pavilion showcases a rich collection of Moroccan publications in Spanish, alongside academic works and literary creations highlighting the country's heritage. According to the Moroccan diplomatic mission, the Kingdom's participation reflects the culmination of a growing cultural partnership with Panama and serves as a platform to foster exchange and promote Morocco's role in intercultural dialogue. During the ceremony, Panama's Ministers of Culture and Education, along with the President of the Chamber of Books, praised Morocco's ancient and diverse culture, its literary and artistic richness, and its contribution to strengthening cultural ties between the two nations. They noted that Morocco's presence as guest of honor aligns perfectly with the fair's theme, 'Let's Engage in Dialogue'. Ambassador Bouchra Boudchiche expressed her pride in showcasing Moroccan literature and art, especially works available in Spanish. The opening was further enlivened by Moroccan and Panamanian musical performances, featuring singer Nabyla Maân and a Gnaoua music ensemble. The pavilion will also host activities for children, introducing them to Moroccan culture through storytelling, art workshops, and creative sessions inspired by traditional zellige tilework and embroidery. The program includes symposiums, round tables, and conferences with Moroccan academics specializing in Spanish, Spanish literature, and Latin American studies.
Morocco World
6 days ago
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- Morocco World
Morocco Opens Pavilion as Guest of Honor at Panama International Book Fair
Rabat – The 21st Panama International Book Fair has opened with Morocco as guest of honor, with a week of cultural, literary, and artistic encounters from August 11 to 17. The inaugural ceremony brought together senior Panamanian officials, including the ministers of public security, culture, education, and social affairs, along with the vice minister responsible for foreign relations and cooperation. Morocco's ambassador to Panama, Bouchra Boudchiche, attended alongside Ghizlane Drous, director of books, libraries, and archives at Morocco's Ministry of Youth. Covering 135 square meters, Morocco's pavilion presents Spanish-language publications by Moroccan authors, as well as research works and literature devoted to the country's history, society, and heritage. The Moroccan embassy in Panama described this invitation as the outcome of steady cultural cooperation between the two countries and an occasion to strengthen exchanges while advancing intercultural dialogue. Panama's ministers of Culture and Education, joined by the president of the Chamber of Books, expressed admiration for Morocco's cultural diversity, long-standing traditions, and literary and artistic wealth. They said in remarks at the ceremony that the country's participation gives new substance to the fair's motto, 'Let's Tie the Dialogue.' Ambassador Boudchiche noted that Morocco places culture at the center of its development path and that the fair offers a stage to present Moroccan literary and artistic creativity, especially works in Spanish. The ceremony featured Moroccan and Panamanian musical performances, with singer Nabyla Maân and a Gnaoua group adding color to the opening day. In the days ahead, the pavilion will host activities for children to discover Moroccan heritage through drawing and patterns inspired by zellige and traditional embroidery. A special debate will bring together the ambassadors of Morocco and the US to reflect on 250 years of cooperation between the two countries. Morocco's partnership with Panama deepened after a major diplomatic turning point in late 2024, when Panama formally ended its relations with the self-proclaimed Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) and voiced clear support for Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara. Tags: Book fairBooksMoroccoPanamaPanama bookfair
Morocco World
11-08-2025
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- Morocco World
Morocco Guest of Honor at Panama International Book Fair 2025
Rabat – Morocco will be the guest of honor at the 21st Panama International Book Fair, taking place from August 11 to 17 at the Atlapa Convention Center in Panama City. This is the first time Morocco is participating as a guest of honor in a Latin American country's book fair. This reflects the growing and strong ties between Morocco and Panama, as well as Morocco's expanding cultural relations with many Latin American countries, said the Moroccan Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication in a press release. The ministry will organize a variety of 'intellectual, heritage, and artistic' events at the fair. Visitors will have the chance to explore Morocco's rich culture and heritage through several exhibitions. Highlights include a documentary display featuring a collection of books published by the ministry to showcase Morocco's traditional and modern cultural elements. There will also be replicas of Moroccan manuscripts, as well as printed documents on Moroccan intellectual and creative achievements, including works written in Spanish. The Moroccan pavilion will also feature heritage exhibitions with panels introducing key aspects of Morocco's civilization and famous historical figures. There will be displays of traditional local handicrafts, such as carpets. In addition, the ministry will hold a series of events including talks and seminars about topics shared by Morocco and Panama. These will cover Morocco's relations with Latin America, the richness of Moroccan culture and its diversity, Moroccan literature and its global openness, and the Andalusian heritage shared between Morocco and Latin America. The program will also include poetry readings and book signings. For children and youth, Morocco will offer workshops on traditional crafts like weaving, pottery, and mosaic tile work. Storytelling sessions will feature Moroccan folktales, accompanied by performances of Andalusian and Gnaoua music. Morocco's growing partnership with Panama has been strengthened by a major diplomatic development in late 2024, when Panama officially suspended its ties with the self-proclaimed Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) and expressed clear support for Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara. This historic shift, reaffirmed during high-level meetings in 2025, reflects Panama's alignment with Morocco's autonomy plan as the most credible solution to the dispute. Panama's position carries significant international influence as it currently serves as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council. Tags: Book fairMoroccoPanama
