Riyadh International Book Fair Activities Draw Growing Number of Visitors

Riyadh International Book Fair activities draw growing number of visitors. (SPA)
Riyadh International Book Fair activities draw growing number of visitors. (SPA)
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Riyadh International Book Fair Activities Draw Growing Number of Visitors

Riyadh International Book Fair activities draw growing number of visitors. (SPA)
Riyadh International Book Fair activities draw growing number of visitors. (SPA)

The Riyadh International Book Fair continues to attract a large audience, solidifying its status as a key cultural event.
Its diverse activities cater to various segments of society and age groups, ensuring a distinctive and enjoyable cultural experience for all, said the Saudi Press Agency on Sunday.
Some 2,000 publishing houses from 30 countries are taking part in this year's fair, showcasing a diverse array of literary works and cultural offerings.
The fair, organized by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission, is held at King Saud University from September 26 to October 5 under the theme "Riyadh Reads". It is a premier cultural event in the Kingdom and beyond that brings together local and international writers, publishers, translators, and readers, promoting cultural exchange and knowledge sharing.
It features a dedicated area for children that offers cultural and recreational activities, a special area that showcases the works of Saudi authors, and an area for book signings, enabling attendees to meet their favorite authors and obtain signed copies of their latest releases.



Saudi Arabia Opens Pavilion at Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025

The Saudi pavilion at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025. (SPA)
The Saudi pavilion at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Opens Pavilion at Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025

The Saudi pavilion at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025. (SPA)
The Saudi pavilion at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025. (SPA)

Saudi Arabia inaugurated its pavilion today at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025, which runs from April 26 to May 5, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Saturday.

The pavilion showcases the Kingdom’s remarkable achievements in literature, publishing, and translation.

Led by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission, the Kingdom’s participation in the 34th edition of the fair includes contributions from several prominent entities, including the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives, the King Abdulaziz Public Library, Princess Nourah University, the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, and the King Fahd Complex for the Printing of the Holy Quran.

The pavilion features a dedicated section for the UNESCO Chair in Translating Cultures—an initiative of the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission—designed to promote research and partnerships that support cultural translation as a bridge between civilizations.

This platform facilitates communication and the exchange of expertise with visitors and stakeholders from the publishing and cultural sectors worldwide, reflecting the vibrancy of Saudi Arabia’s cultural movement and its commitment to regional and international cooperation.

Through its participation, the Kingdom seeks to strengthen cultural ties with the United Arab Emirates, building on a shared literary and intellectual heritage. Ongoing joint initiatives in literature, publishing, and translation have bolstered this collaboration, supporting the two nations’ aspirations to cultivate an integrated Gulf cultural scene capable of presenting a unified and high-quality voice to the world.