SBA reaffirms Sharjah’s status as cultural powerhouse in UK

The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) reaffirmed the emirate’s standing as a cultural powerhouse with its participation in the Sist edition of the London Book Fair (LBF), at Olympia London.

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The fair, a key fixture in the global publishing calendar, brought together leading publishers, authors, and industry professionals from across the world, to exchange expertise, showcase their latest offerings, and explore new opportunities for collaboration.

Sharjah's presence at the international event underscored its commitment to fostering international cultural exchange. SBA showcased the vibrancy of the UAE’s publishing sector and the literary contributions of Emirati and Arab writers.

It also strengthened ties between the region’s creative industries and the global publishing community, highlighting SBA's initiatives to support the sector and forging new collaborations with international publishers.

Commenting on the participation in the fair, Ahmed Bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of the SBA, said, “Sharjah's presence at the LBF is a key part of its annual agenda, as the event stands as one of the world’s most prominent cultural gatherings, reflecting the global literary and publishing landscape.