Others include saudi arabias riyadh international book fair, irans tehran international book fair and the uaes sharjah childrens reading festival. Abu dhabi international book fair 2020 was cancelled. Abu dhabi international book fair 2020 in abu dhabi. The 26th edition of the abu dhabi international book fair adibf will welcome 1,260 exhibitors and 600 authors from 63 countries, representing one of abu dhabis biggest cultural events and its prominent role in promoting books and reading in the arab world. Abu dhabi international book fair adibf is the most diverse book fair in the region. Billed as the fastest growing book fair in the region, abu dhabi international book fair adibf is returning this year for its 25th edition. Abu dhabi upcoming events concerts shows exibitions. This launch comes as part of a special show organised by 1001 inventions in partnership with adibf to honour ibn alhaytham at this years edition in celebration.
What to expect at the abu dhabi international book fair 2018. The abu dhabi international book fair first took place in 1981. The abu dhabi international book fair is a publicfacing event for readers and bookbuyers, as well as a show for publishing industry professionals. As part of its ongoing series of live virtual webinars, abu dhabi international book fair hosted a seminar last week entitled audio and electronic publishing. Abu dhabi, pakistan point news 17th may, 2020 as part of its ongoing series of live virtual webinars, the abu dhabi international book fair hosted a seminar last week entitled, audio and electronic publishing. Embassy at abu dhabi international book fair 2019 home. What to expect from abu dhabi international book fair 2019. Alternative platforms, to discuss the challenges, current reality and future of the publishing sector. Abu dhabi book fair will be starting on 24 apr and finishing on 30 apr 2019 the fair will be hosted at the abu dhabi national exhibition centre in abu dhabi, uae abu dhabi book fair is to be a stage where several noteworthy solutions and products tend to be put on show. Abu dhabi international book fair to launch online. Publishersglobal is a free online information service for publishers and publishing service providers.
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The emirate is now driving the regional publishing industry forward, and is committed to the longterm expansion of the global book business. Ibn alhaytham honoured with 1001 inventions at abu dhabi. Abu dhabi international book fair postponed due to. Alternative platforms to discuss the challenges, current reality and future of the publishing sector. Its an event that provides a platform where publishers, booksellers, literary agents, cultural organisations and media can meet. The middle east sees its biggest literary event return as abu dhabi international book fair has been scheduled for midspring. Abu dhabi launches coronavirus operations center to deal. Winners of the 14th edition of the sheikh zayed book award will be honored on april 16, in conjunction with the abu dhabi international book fair. It is the venue of choice for book lovers, enthusiasts and intellectuals to meet, exchange ideas and browse through a wide selection of books in diverse languages and fields. The seminar attracted more than 30 publishers and experts from the publishing sector, with notable participants. Mar 19, 2020 the abu dhabi international book fair has been just one of many major mena publishing events to be hit. Change is in the air at abu dhabi international book fair adibf with a whole new look to its cultural programme.
Abu dhabi, urdupoint pakistan point news wam 17th may, 2020 as part of its ongoing series of live virtual webinars, the abu dhabi international book fair hosted a seminar last week entitled, audio and electronic publishing. Abu dhabi international book fair is a tradeshow intended to the general public, and. From 24th to 30th april, the fair will highlight the uaes heritage by putting a spotlight on its cultural and literary output. Abu dhabi international book fair, abu dhabi, united arab emirates. The sheikh zayed book award is one of the worlds leading prizes, specifically dedicated to arabic literature and culture. Check below for more information on the current edition of adibf and how to request your hotel accommodation. Customs and border protection, preclearance field office, port directors summit in abu dhabi u. In 2019, abu dhabi international book fair aims to present an expanded and greatly enhanced cultural and entertainment programme, in collaboration with the emirates literature foundation. India to be guest country at abu dhabi book fair uae. Abu dhabi international book fair adach, abu dhabi, united arab emirates is just one of over 20,000 publishing company profiles in our database. Abu dhabi, 17th may, 2020 wam as part of its ongoing series of live virtual webinars, the abu dhabi international book fair hosted a seminar last week entitled, audio and electronic.
India to be guest country at abu dhabi book fair uae gulf. During the 2020 coronavirus epidemic the fair had to be postponed, so the new dates for its 30th edition are 23 29 may and it will once again be held at the abu dhabi national exhibition centre with a robust professional and entertainment programme. The cultural programme offers visitors an opportunity to meet and hear from a number of the uaes most influential authors all gathered in one place. Monika krauss is the engine that drives the abu dhabi international book fair, a readers paradise that arrives in the capital on march 2. Abu dhabi is a driving force behind the professional and commercial development of the regional publishing industry, and is committed to the longterm expansion of the global book business. The department of culture and tourism abu dhabi has postponed the 30th edition of abu dhabi international book fair, which was scheduled to take place on 15 until 21 april 2020, at the abu dhabi national exhibition center, until 23 to 29 may 2021. From 24th to 30th april, the fair will highlight the uaes heritage by putting a spotlight on its cultural and literary output predominantly an exhibition that sells international bestselling titles from publishers such as hachette, scholastic, quarto and kogan page, adibf. Abu dhabi launches coronavirus operations center to deal with. The move is a precautionary measure to protect public health. Al ain book fair 2019 organised by department of culture and tourism abu dhabi held under the patronage of hh sheikh tahnoon bin mohammed al nahyan, rulers representative in al ain region, the department of culture and tourism abu dhabi dct abu dhabi is organising the 11th edition of al ain book fair aabf at the al ain convention centre.
Apr 09, 2019 join us for the abu dhabi international book fair 24 30 april at adnec daily. Abu dhabi international book fair collaborated with emirates literature foundation to launch a series of virtual sessions. Abu dhabi international book fair trade fair in abu dhabi. Abu dhabi is a driving force behind the professional and commercial development of the regional publishing industry and is committed to the longterm expansion of the global book business. The program, expected to run until june 15, will feature 10. Before getting cancelled the 2020 edition of abu dhabi international book fair was supposed to take place between apr 15 and apr 21 in abu dhabi national exhibition centre. Abu dhabi international book fair 2020 in abu dhabi hotel. Join us for the abu dhabi international book fair 24 30 april at adnec daily. Carmel deamicis reports news, interview, the knowledge what is the main objective behind the abu dhabi international book fair adibf. Abu dhabi international book fair organises virtual. Abu dhabi international book fair 2020 ntradeshows. Entertainment corner a place to enjoy the books youve just bought whilst digging into some delicious food. Know all details of live concerts, conferences, sports, stage shows, exhibitions, festivals and much more.
Before getting cancelled the 2020 edition of abu dhabi international book fair was supposed to take place between apr 15 and apr 21 in abu dhabi national exhibition centre check below for more information on the current edition of adibf and how to request your hotel accommodation. The al ain book fair celebrates emirati writers and their work, and also delivers a programme designed to inspire creativity and a love of reading among young people in the united arab emirates. Alternative platforms, to discuss the challenges, current reality and future of the publishing sector the seminar attracted more than 30 publishers and experts. The 30th edition of the prestigious book fair was scheduled to be held next month from april 1520, and has now been moved to may 2329, 2021, and will be held at the abu dhabi national exhibition. Apr 15, 2020 abu dhabi international book fair 2020 was cancelled. Embassy at abu dhabi international book fair 2019 u. These will be about education, books, authors, bookstore and book seller. The international trade fair for all things books and reading, where the regional and global publishing industry in the form of over 1200 publishers is. The annual al ain book fair presents a unique opportunity for residents of the emirates second city to engage with the most influential authors in the uae. The seminar examined topics including the role of grants to publishers in stimulating the publishing sector, highlighting abu dhabi international book fair s spotlight on rights initiative, which aims to encourage the production of audiobooks and ebooks as well as the translation of content from and to arabic through its three categories of grants to publishers and translators.
Abu dhabi international book fair is a massive event that is organized abu dhabi with over 5,00,000 titles of books on display each year. The abu dhabi international book fair, under the patronage of his highness sheikh mohamed bin zayed al nahyan, is a major business initiative of kitab, a joint venture between the abu dhabi authority for culture and heritage and the frankfurt book fair. Apr 18, 2020 abu dhabi international book fair to launch online sessions yemeni minister warns of forced war recruitment operations in houthi areas syria strikes kill 14 iranian, allied fighters. The abu dhabi international book fair is an annual book fair held in abu dhabi. Abu dhabi international book fair department of culture. During the 2020 coronavirus epidemic the fair had to be postponed, so the new dates for its 30th edition are 23 29 may and it will once again be held at the abu dhabi national exhibition centre. The waterfront property is boasting a whitesand private beach, a fitness center with an outdoor pool and cold spa tub, fairmont bab al bahr is 12 mi from ferrari world and yas waterworld park. The book fair is a major market and networking opportunity for the regions publishing industry abu dhabi international book fair adibf provides an important networking platform for publishers from the united arab emirates, the arab world and internationally, while also offering a diverse programme for publishers, writers and book lovers. Book lovers in the uae will be in for a big treat next week when the 29th annual edition of the abu dhabi international book fair adibf opens its doors in the capital, with this year. Abu dhabi international book fair 2021 in abu dhabi. In the arab world, book fairs are the hub, the heart and the soul of buying and selling literature. Abu dhabi book fair begins on april 27, 2016 abu dhabi.
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