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Sharjah Cultural Awards Forum Honors Four Tunisian Writers

The 15th edition of the Sharjah Cultural Awards Forum pays tribute to four distinguished Tunisian writers. WAM
The 15th edition of the Sharjah Cultural Awards Forum pays tribute to four distinguished Tunisian writers. WAM
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Sharjah Cultural Awards Forum Honors Four Tunisian Writers

The 15th edition of the Sharjah Cultural Awards Forum pays tribute to four distinguished Tunisian writers. WAM
The 15th edition of the Sharjah Cultural Awards Forum pays tribute to four distinguished Tunisian writers. WAM

The 15th edition of the Sharjah Cultural Awards Forum unfolded in the Tunisian city of Sidi Bou Said, paying tribute to four distinguished Tunisian writers, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported Thursday.

The writers are Dr. Al Manji Al Kaabi, Al Tahami Al Hani, Dr. Fawzia Al Zaouq, and Salem Al Shaabani.

According to WAM, the forum comes in implementation of the directives of Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, to honor literary figures who have contributed to serving contemporary Arab culture and it is held for the third time in Tunisia after celebrating, in two previous sessions, an elite group of Tunisian writers.

The honoring ceremony took place at the Nejma Ezzahra Palace in Sidi Bou Said in the presence of Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Owais, Head of the Department of Culture in Sharjah; Dr. Hayat Qatat Al Qarmazi, Tunisian Minister of Cultural Affairs; Dr. Iman Al Salami, UAE Ambassador to Tunisia; Professor Muhammad Ibrahim Al Qasir, Director of the Department of Cultural Affairs, alongside a distinguished gathering of intellectuals, writers, and the families of the honorees.

“Today, we gather for the 15th session of the Sharjah Cultural Awards Forum, honoring four Tunisian writers—a testament to the robust cooperation between the Sharjah Department of Culture and the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, culminating in the forum being hosted in Tunisia for the third time,” said Al Owais.

Al Qarmazi conveyed gratitude to the Ruler of Sharjah, commending the initiative that transcends borders and celebrates cultural figures throughout the Arab world. She lauded the Department of Culture in Sharjah for its unwavering commitment to recognizing Arab creators and showcasing their intellectual and literary contributions through the "Sharjah Cultural Awards Forum."

The awardees acknowledged Sharjah's significant cultural endeavors in fostering creativity and honoring creators.

Al Owais and Al Qaseer, along with Al Qarmazi and Al Salami, presented certificates of appreciation to the four honorees, bearing the signature of Sharjah’s ruler, in acknowledgment of their outstanding creative contributions.

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Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission Launches Pavilion at Guadalajara Book Fair

The initiative aims to strengthen the Kingdom's presence on the global literary stage and highlight its growing cultural contributions
The initiative aims to strengthen the Kingdom's presence on the global literary stage and highlight its growing cultural contributions
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Saudi Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission Launches Pavilion at Guadalajara Book Fair

The initiative aims to strengthen the Kingdom's presence on the global literary stage and highlight its growing cultural contributions
The initiative aims to strengthen the Kingdom's presence on the global literary stage and highlight its growing cultural contributions

The Saudi Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission has launched its pavilion at the 2024 Guadalajara International Book Fair in Mexico from November 30 to December 8.

The initiative aims to strengthen the Kingdom's presence on the global literary stage and highlight its growing cultural contributions.
Through its pavilion, the commission showcases programs and initiatives aimed at developing the publishing and translation industry in Saudi Arabia. The Ministry of Investment and the Publishing Association are also participating to present investment opportunities in the Saudi publishing market, alongside publications and products from Saudi publishing houses.
The commission’s pavilion features a dynamic platform that brings together Saudi publishers and literary agencies with their counterparts from around the world. It showcases translations produced by the commission in various languages, as well as a platform to introduce investments in the Saudi publishing market and the works and products of Saudi publishing houses.
Through its participation, the commission aims to achieve several strategic goals, including attracting international publishing houses to the local market by establishing new partnerships and collaborations, enhancing cultural exchange between Saudi Arabia and the world, and highlighting the Saudi cultural movement while promoting the country’s rich heritage and diverse culture.
As part of its efforts to enhance Saudi Arabia's global presence, the commission aims to support Saudi literary agencies by providing opportunities to promote the works of Saudi authors internationally. Through its international participation, the commission is committed to strengthening the publishing industry as a key pillar of Saudi culture. It highlights the sector's role in enhancing the Kingdom's position on the global cultural map by developing Arabic content and enriching international cultural exchange.
The Guadalajara International Book Fair is one of the most prominent cultural events globally, bringing together leaders in the publishing industry, thinkers, and authors from around the world. It serves as a meeting point for book creators, publishers, and literary agencies, offering a valuable opportunity to expand cooperation and innovation in this vital sector.