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Gulf Today
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair begins
Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the 34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) officially opened on Saturday at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The event will run until 5th May 2025. Organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi, this year's fair is being held under the theme "Knowledge Illuminates Our Community", and features participation from 1,400 exhibitors representing 96 countries. The fair offers a comprehensive programme with around 2,000 activities and events, catering to readers, intellectuals, publishers, and content creators. It continues to serve as a global platform for cultural dialogue, reinforcing Abu Dhabi's position as a leading international hub for knowledge and creativity. The event reflects the UAE's strategic vision of investing in culture, supporting the publishing industry, and promoting dialogue among civilisations. The book fair will feature panel discussions and interactive exhibits highlighting Ibn Sina's legacy, discussing his ideas, achievements, and impact on human civilisation, marking 1,000 years since the publication of his seminal work "The Canon of Medicine", a landmark text that profoundly influenced the global advancement of medical science. The fair also celebrates "One Thousand and One Nights" as the "Book of the World", recognising its timeless influence across cultures and its enduring inspiration for writers and artists worldwide. Moreover, the Culture of the Caribbean Basin has been chosen as this year's Guest of Honour, underscoring the UAE's commitment to fostering global cultural partnerships and providing enriching knowledge experiences that deepen intercultural exchange, further strengthening Abu Dhabi's position as a premier destination for intellectual and cultural exchange. With the opening of its 34th edition, the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair has successfully reinforced its status as a leading cultural and intellectual destination. Over the decades, it has firmly established the concept of knowledge and cultural sustainability, while promoting the Arabic language's presence within the creative and cultural industries both locally, regionally, and globally. Started in 1981 The Fair's journey began in 1981 when the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan inaugurated the first edition under the name "Islamic Book Fair" at the Abu Dhabi Cultural Foundation, with the participation of 50 publishers. In 1986, the first official edition of the Abu Dhabi Book Fair was launched, again at the Cultural Foundation, featuring 70 publishers. The momentum grew in the 1988 edition, with 80 publishers from 10 Arab countries participating. By 1993, the event had evolved into an annual fixture, attracting an increasing number of local, regional, and international publishing houses. Entering the new millennium, the 2001 edition attracted around 514 publishing houses, marked by the notable presence of cultural leaders and intellectuals. The 2009 edition witnessed the launch of "The Arab E-Library" and attracted 637 publishers from 52 countries. France was the Guest of Honour for the first time in 2011. In 2014, the fair introduced Al Mutanabbi as the Fair's inaugural "literary figure of honour", with participation from 1,050 exhibitors. In 2015, the fair celebrated its Silver Jubilee, honouring the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan as pivotal personality of the Year, with 1,181 publishers from 63 countries participating. The fair again celebrated Sheikh Zayed in the 2018 edition, coinciding with the Year of Zayed, welcoming 1,350 exhibitors from 63 countries, with Poland selected as the Guest of Honour. In 2019, India was the Guest of Honour, and for the first time, the "One Million Tolerant Document" initiative was launched, in line with the UAE's Year of Tolerance. The most recent edition saw 1,350 exhibitors from 90 countries under the theme "Where the World's Tales Unfold". It also welcomed 145 new publishers and participants from 12 countries, including Greece, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Pakistan, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Mozambique, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Indonesia. In an unprecedented move, the current 34th edition (April 26 - May 5, 2025) extends the exhibition period to 10 days for the first time. This aims to encourage innovation within the publishing sector, enhance cultural dialogue, and provide greater support to local and Arab authors by offering more opportunities for networking with international publishers. This year's edition features participation from over 1,400 exhibitors from 96 countries, speaking more than 60 languages. Impressively, 120 exhibitors are participating for the first time, marking an 18% growth. Moreover, the fair welcomes publishers from 20 new countries across four continents, speaking more than 25 languages. It hosts 28 international pavilions, 87 local and international government entities, 13 author-publishers, 15 universities, and 8 initiatives dedicated to supporting the publishing industry. WAM
Al Etihad
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair kicks off
26 Apr 2025 12:14 ABU DHABI (WAM) Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the 34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) officially opened on Saturday at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The event will run until May 5, by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, this year's fair is being held under the theme "Knowledge Illuminates Our Community", and features participation from 1,400 exhibitors representing 96 fair offers a comprehensive programme with around 2,000 activities and events, catering to readers, intellectuals, publishers, and content creators. It continues to serve as a global platform for cultural dialogue, reinforcing Abu Dhabi's position as a leading international hub for knowledge and event reflects the UAE's strategic vision of investing in culture, supporting the publishing industry, and promoting dialogue among book fair will feature panel discussions and interactive exhibits highlighting Ibn Sina's legacy, discussing his ideas, achievements, and impact on human civilisation, marking 1,000 years since the publication of his seminal work "The Canon of Medicine", a landmark text that profoundly influenced the global advancement of medical fair also celebrates "One Thousand and One Nights" as the "Book of the World", recognising its timeless influence across cultures and its enduring inspiration for writers and artists worldwide. Moreover, the Culture of the Caribbean Basin has been chosen as this year's Guest of Honour, underscoring the UAE's commitment to fostering global cultural partnerships and providing enriching knowledge experiences that deepen intercultural exchange, further strengthening Abu Dhabi's position as a premier destination for intellectual and cultural exchange.
Gulf Today
25-04-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Philippines to grace Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025
The Philippines, through a public-private partnership (PPP), is participating in the April 26 to May 5 'Abu Dhabi International Book Fair' (ADIBF) at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi and with the theme 'Knowledge Illumines Our Community,' the organiser is the Arabic Language Centre (ALC). From the press statement quoting ALC chairman Dr. Ali Bin Tamim: 'The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair firmly positions the UAE capital on the map as a world-class destination for creativity and enlightened thought. This year's edition provides much space to celebrating Arab heritage, honouring Ibn Sina's 'The Canon of Medicine' on its 1,000th anniversary as a testament to the genius of Arab medical thought.' Uzbekistan-born Ibn Sina is one of the most prominent Muslim philosophers whose discoveries have heavily influenced modern-day Medicine. Organiser of the Philippine participation is the Book Development Association of the Philippines (BDAP) and its 10-member delegation is led by the National Book Development Board (NBDB), according to the Philippine Embassy-Abu Dhabi Facebook Page announcement. BDAP was formed in 1979 by decades-old publishing companies, many of which are owned and managed by intergenerational families, to address industry problems. Current regular and associate members that include in-house publishing entities of educational institutions across the archipelago are at 130. NBDB was legislated and created in 1995. It is under the Department of Education. Its mission is 'to promote the continuing development of the book publishing industry, with the active participation of the private sector, to ensure an adequate supply of affordable, quality-produced books not only for the domestic market but also for export.' The Philippine delegation looks forward to sealing more partnerships for the continuous translation of Philippine literature by foreign individuals, towards a better awareness and more understanding of what the nation and its people are. This, as the ADIBF 2025 is host to 96 countries, 87 government entities, 15 universities and 13 self-publishers. From the press statement, NBDB executive director Charisse Aquino-Tugade said: 'We are joining the most important global conversation on books because we have a lot to offer to this part of the world. While we are relatively a young book market, we are also one of the most exciting and fastest growing in Southeast Asia; our comics and graphic novels scene is helmed by young, progressive voices; our children's books are visually stunning and have much more to say about the world.' With Philippine Ambassador to the UAE Alfonso Ferdinand Ver the other delegation members are owners and/or top officials of publishing companies: Atty. Andrea Pasion-Flores (Milflores Publishing), Ken Ortiz (Anvil Publishing), Jhorie Arciga (University of the Philippines Press), Gwenn Galvez (Rex Education), Mary Ann Ordinario (ABC Educational Development Center), Cindy Wong (8Letters Bookstore and Publishing), Ruth Ann Octaviano (Central Books), and Jerico Silvers (J. Silvers Publishing), who brought with them academic titles as well. On its goal of primarily penetrating the Arab market by way of possible future Arab translations of Philippine-authored-and-published books and multi-faceted genres, Aquino-Tugade said: 'With our publisher-focused delegation in Abu Dhabi, we are sure to hit our targets and open up more translation and rights selling opportunities for our book industry which will then get our books to more readers around the world.' The NBDB Translation Subsidy Programme was conceptualised in 2023. Its PhlGoH2025 ( is a collaboration with the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, Department of Foreign Affairs and Office of Senator Loren Legarda, for any micro-small-medium and large enterprise/business entity duly registered outside the Philippines and are legally engaged in an economic activity. 'Publishers who wish to apply must have bought translation rights to a published book from a Philippine publisher,' according to the press statement. So far, 129 Filipino books have been translated into foreign languages, the most recent of which are 27 into German including 'Josefina' by Russell Molina and Ace Enriquez; 'Aswanglaut' by Allan Derain; 'Depikto' by Ruvel Abril, and 'The Collaborators' by Katrina Tuvera.
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair to take place on April 26
Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the 34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) under the theme "Knowledge Illuminates Our Community'', will take place from 26 April to 5 May 2025 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. This year's fair will host 1,400 exhibitors from 96 countries and present a comprehensive programme of 2000 activities that caters to the interests of readers, thinkers, publishers, and content creators, cementing the event's status as a global platform for cultural dialogue, and reinforcing Abu Dhabi's role as a leading international hub for knowledge and creative exchange. This, in turn, reflects the UAE's strategic vision to invest in culture, support the book and publishing industry, and promote intercultural dialogue. The 2025 edition of the event celebrates the polymath Ibn Sina as its Focus Personality, marking the 1,000-year anniversary of his book The Canon of Medicine – one of the greatest contributions of Arab scholarship that paved the way for the advancement of medicine globally. The book fair will feature panel discussions and interactive exhibits highlighting Ibn Sina's legacy, discussing his ideas, achievements, and impact on human civilisation. In line with the UAE's vision to preserve and promote Arab culture globally, ADIBF 2025 will also celebrate One Thousand and One Nights as the Book of the World, in recognition of its timeless, cross-cultural influence and its continued ability to inspire writers and artists around the world. Moreover, the Culture of the Caribbean Basin has been chosen as this year's Guest of Honour, underscoring the UAE's commitment to fostering global cultural partnerships and providing enriching knowledge experiences that deepen intercultural exchange, further strengthening Abu Dhabi's position as a premier destination for intellectual and cultural exchange. Prominent writers, thinkers, publishers, and content creators from around the Arab region and the world will be participating in this year's fair, presenting a range of activities designed to meet the aspirations of audiences while promoting Abu Dhabi's cultural activities at an international scale. The activities fall under five broad themes, including Society, Fantasy, Sustainability, Arab Sciences, and Artificial Intelligence & Innovation. Dr Ali bin Tamim, Chairman of the ALC, said: 'The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair firmly positions the UAE capital on the map as a world-class destination for creativity and enlightened thought. This year's edition of the event provides much space to celebrating Arab heritage, honouring Ibn Sina's The Canon of Medicine on its 1,000th anniversary as a testament to the genius of Arab medical thought. 'We are also celebrating One Thousand and One Nights this year as a cultural link between East and West. The selection of the Caribbean countries as this year's Guest of Honour is the culmination of their historic efforts to enrich world culture and our belief that cultural dialogue is the best bridge for cooperation between nations. 'The growing international interest in the creative industries calls for the development of both traditional and digital publishing processes, and this is an objective that the fair aims to achieve by organising workshops and discussions with international experts to forecast the future of the book industry, thus ensuring that the fair keeps pace with global developments in the publishing sector.' This year's edition of the fair will mark the launch of the inaugural Poetry Nights, an activity that combines classical and Nabati poetry through innovative literary debates. The third season of Podcast from Abu Dhabi will also continue, presenting high-quality cultural content that discusses the evolving literary scene. In line with its new vision, the ADIBF will host its inaugural conference, Digitising Creativity, which will explore where artificial intelligence (AI) intersects with the arts and how emerging technologies are impacting content creation. The conference will include specialist sessions on developments in publishing and creative production, with the aim of mapping out the future of the cultural industries. Visitors to the fair will experience a complete cultural and artistic journey with activities ranging from cooking to cinema and photography. The Black Box Cinema event will feature Arabic short films on contemporary cultural issues, while a live concert by renowned artists is also on the agenda, along with filmmaking and photography workshops, as well as the World's Cuisine experience, which explores international cuisines that tell the tales of different cultures. Children and youth are also catered for at the fair, with interactive spaces that celebrate the Arabic language. The Children's Oasis and Alpha Corner will be hosting educational workshops that blend learning and fun, while youth programmes will provide science and creative activities that develop their skills and strengthen their connection to their cultural heritage. The ADIBF continues to embrace world cultures with the Guest of Honour Pavilion, which showcases the literature, arts, and music of the guest countries. Meanwhile, the Book Signing Corner allows the public to meet their favourite authors, and the Under the Ghaf's Shade experience hosts exceptional literary debates with writers. The Business Lounge brings together publishers and content creators to encourage collaboration in the publishing industry. The Professional Programme of the ADIBF is a platform for supporting the publishing and creative industries, embracing the latest trends including AI and digital technologies. It aims to enhance sustainability in Arab and international publishing, facilitate dialogue between publishers, creators, and cultural institutions, and place Abu Dhabi on the map as an international publishing and knowledge hub. Moreover, the Professional Programme works through its partners' initiatives to highlight the contributions of public and private institutions to cultural life, enriching visitors' experience and strengthening relationships within the global literary community. As part of its commitment to supporting the Arabic language, the ADIBF will launch innovative initiatives to promote reading and creativity, in line with the UAE's strategy and Abu Dhabi's cultural vision to nurture emerging literary talent, enrich the Arabic library, and build a community of avid readers, capable of producing contemporary Arabic content in the digital era. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
Al Etihad
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Under the patronage of UAE President, 34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair to take place in emirate
23 Apr 2025 19:02 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the 34th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC) under the theme "Knowledge Illuminates Our Community," will take place from April 26 to May 5, 2025, at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi. This year's fair will host 1,400 exhibitors from 96 countries and present a comprehensive programme of 2000 activities that cater to the interests of readers, thinkers, publishers, and content creators, cementing the event's status as a global platform for cultural dialogue, and reinforcing Abu Dhabi's role as a leading international hub for knowledge and creative exchange. This, in turn, reflects the UAE's strategic vision to invest in culture, support the book and publishing industry, and promote intercultural dialogue. Focus Personality The 2025 edition of the event celebrates the polymath Ibn Sina as its Focus Personality, marking the 1,000-year anniversary of his book The Canon of Medicine – one of the greatest contributions of Arab scholarship that paved the way for the advancement of medicine globally. The book fair will feature panel discussions and interactive exhibits highlighting Ibn Sina's legacy, discussing his ideas, achievements, and impact on human line with the UAE's vision to preserve and promote Arab culture globally, ADIBF 2025 will also celebrate One Thousand and One Nights as the Book of the World, in recognition of its timeless, cross-cultural influence and its continued ability to inspire writers and artists worldwide. AI Innovations Furthermore, the Culture of the Caribbean Basin has been chosen as this year's Guest of Honour, underscoring the UAE's commitment to fostering global cultural partnerships and providing enriching knowledge experiences that deepen intercultural exchange, further strengthening Abu Dhabi's position as a premier destination for intellectual and cultural writers, thinkers, publishers, and content creators from around the Arab region and the world will be participating in this year's fair, presenting a range of activities designed to meet the aspirations of audiences while promoting Abu Dhabi's cultural activities at an international scale. The activities fall under five broad themes, including Society, Fantasy, Sustainability, Arab Sciences, and Artificial Intelligence & Innovation. Celebrating Arab Heritage His Excellency Dr Ali bin Tamim, Chairman of the ALC, said: 'The Abu Dhabi International Book Fair firmly positions the UAE capital on the map as a world-class destination for creativity and enlightened thought. This year's edition of the event provides much space to celebrate Arab heritage, honouring Ibn Sina's The Canon of Medicine on its 1,000th anniversary as a testament to the genius of Arab medical Tamim added, 'We are also celebrating One Thousand and One Nights this year as a cultural link between East and West. The selection of the Caribbean countries as this year's Guest of Honour is the culmination of their historic efforts to enrich world culture and our belief that cultural dialogue is the best bridge for cooperation between nations."He noted: 'The growing international interest in the creative industries calls for the development of both traditional and digital publishing processes, and this is an objective that the fair aims to achieve by organising workshops and discussions with international experts to forecast the future of the book industry, thus ensuring that the fair keeps pace with global developments in the publishing sector.'This year's edition of the fair will mark the launch of the inaugural Poetry Nights, an activity that combines classical and Nabati poetry through innovative literary debates. The third season of Podcast from Abu Dhabi will also continue, presenting high-quality cultural content that discusses the evolving literary line with its new vision, the ADIBF will host its inaugural conference, Digitising Creativity, which will explore where artificial intelligence (AI) intersects with the arts and how emerging technologies are impacting content creation. The conference will include specialist sessions on developments in publishing and creative production, with the aim of mapping out the future of the cultural industries. Black Box Cinema Visitors to the fair will experience a complete cultural and artistic journey with activities ranging from cooking to cinema and photography. The Black Box Cinema event will feature Arabic short films on contemporary cultural issues, while a live concert by renowned artists is also on the agenda, along with filmmaking and photography workshops, as well as the World's Cuisine experience, which explores international cuisines that tell the tales of different cultures. Children Oasis The ADIBF 2025 attracts children and youth with interactive spaces that celebrate the Arabic language. The Children's Oasis and Alpha Corner will be hosting educational workshops that blend learning and fun, while youth programmes will provide science and creative activities that develop their skills and strengthen their connection to their cultural ADIBF continues to embrace world cultures with the Guest of Honour Pavilion, which showcases the literature, arts, and music of the guest countries. Meanwhile, the Book Signing Corner allows the public to meet their favourite authors, and the Under the Ghaf's Shade experience hosts exceptional literary debates with writers. The Business Lounge brings together publishers and content creators to encourage collaboration in the publishing industry. The Professional Programme of the ADIBF is a platform for supporting the publishing and creative industries, embracing the latest trends including AI and digital technologies. It aims to enhance sustainability in Arab and international publishing, facilitate dialogue between publishers, creators, and cultural institutions, and place Abu Dhabi on the map as an international publishing and knowledge hub. Moreover, the Professional Programme works through its partners' initiatives to highlight the contributions of public and private institutions to cultural life, enriching visitors' experience and strengthening relationships within the global literary community. As part of its commitment to supporting the Arabic language, the ADIBF will launch innovative initiatives to promote reading and creativity, in line with the UAE's strategy and Abu Dhabi's cultural vision to nurture emerging literary talent, enrich the Arabic library, and build a community of avid readers, capable of producing contemporary Arabic content in the digital era. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
