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The Ninth Dubai International Content Market Opens with Global Industry Leaders and Two Thousand Scheduled Meetings

Over 200 buyers from 30 countries gather at Madinat Jumeirah this week for the ninth Dubai International Content Market, with 2,000 business meetings and initiatives supporting Arabic storytelling.

Design as a Language: Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak explores contemporary creativity at Downtown Design

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak explores contemporary design from 300 international and regional designers at Dubai Design Week’s 12th edition

Sharjah’s Ruler Strengthens Community Access to Knowledge with Major Library Investment

Sharjah’s Ruler directs AED4.5 million to purchase contemporary publications for public and government libraries from the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair, strengthening community access to knowledge and supporting the publishing industry.

Balancing Innovation and Rights: ERRA Charts a Course for the Creative Economy

ERRA advances dialogue on copyright protection, accessible publishing and the creative economy at the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair, bringing together international experts and policymakers.

Four Hundred Librarians Gather in Sharjah to Reimagine Knowledge in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

Four hundred librarians from sixteen countries converge in Sharjah to explore how libraries evolve as critical infrastructure in the age of artificial intelligence and algorithmic information.

A New Voice Reimagines a Timeless Tale: Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi’s ‘The Conference of the Birds’ Takes Flight

Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi launches a reimagined classic for young readers at SIBF 2026, weaving environmental urgency and timeless wisdom into a story of collective courage.

Emirates Publishers Association forges strategic partnerships to strengthen publishing sector at Sharjah Book Fair

The Emirates Publishers Association signs agreements with the Sharjah Media Council and Publishing 3.0+ to expand opportunities for Emirati publishers and strengthen ties across regional markets.

Kazakhstan’s cinematic soul takes centre stage in Dubai as Film Week celebrates nation’s cultural heritage

Kazakhstan Film Week celebrates the nation’s cinematic heritage at Dubai’s Reel Cinemas, featuring a jukebox musical and award winning sports drama that showcase contemporary Kazakh storytelling.

Khaled El Sawy Brings the Art of Authentic Performance to Sharjah’s Literary Stage

Egyptian actor Khaled El Sawy distils the essence of performance at SIBF 2026, exploring the disciplines of voice, character and resilience that transform stage presence into authentic connection.

Pakistan’s Ambassador Celebrates Literary Bonds at Sharjah’s 45th Book Fair

Pakistan’s ambassador inaugurates his nation’s pavilion at Sharjah’s 45th International Book Fair, celebrating shared cultural heritage and scholarly exchange.

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