Sharjah a global platform for cultures, languages: Bodour

Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), emphasised that Greece, with its rich historical legacy and global cultural influence, stands as a vital pillar in the ongoing story of human creativity.

- Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

She highlighted that the nation, which inspired Homer's epic works, shaped Socratic ideals of virtue, and erected theatres that continue to ignite artistic imagination, embodies a timeless source of knowledge and enlightenment for scholars, thinkers, and writers across centuries.

Her remarks came during the signing ceremony announcing Greece as the Guest of Honour for the 44th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF).

The agreement was formalised by Ahmed Bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of SBA, and Yasonas Varthalitis, Deputy Minister of Culture of the Hellenic Republic.

The signing took place at the Thessaloniki International Exhibition & Congress Centre in Greece.

Sheikha Bodour said: “Sharjah’s cultural journey continues to be guided by the vision of H.H. Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah. Today, the emirate carries this vision forward by embracing Greek culture. We believe flourishing civilisations are built on dialogue and exchange across geographical boundaries and Sharjah remains committed to this approach”.