Bodour to deliver keynote speech at Sharjah booksellers' meet

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Sheikh Bodour Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah Book Authority, will deliver the keynote address at the fourth edition of the Sharjah International Booksellers Conference, which will commence on Monday at the Sharjah Expo Centre.

She will reflect on the conference’s achieve-ments to date, highlight the importance of international collaboration in shaping the future of publishing, and reaffirm the vital role of distributors in making knowledge accessible across the globe.

The event brings together over 661 booksell-ers, publishers and distributors from 94 countries to exchange expertise, explore industry trends, and expand their professional networks.

Organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), the year conference reflects significant growth in both scale and thematic breadth.

Attendees will delve into pressing issues facing the publishing and distribution indus-tries, assessing evolving global challenges and opportunities, and participate in discussions to shape the sector’s future. The programme also provides a strategic environment for forg-ing partnerships and exploring avenues for innovation and sustainable growth.

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