ABU DHABI, 26th April, 2025 (WAM) – Dr. Ali bin Tamim, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), affirmed that the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) is an inspiring global platform that contributes to building bridges of civilisational and intellectual communication between peoples, and supports the presence and influence of Arab culture on the international stage.
In a statement to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Dr. Ali bin Tamim said that the impact of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is growing year after year, and it has today become one of the most important exhibitions in the Arab region and the world through its role in enhancing and developing the publishing industry.
He added that the fair, in its current edition, is distinguished by the diversity of its activities, totaling 1,400 events, and by celebrating the polymath scholar "Ibn Sina" (Avicenna) as a central figure, coinciding with the millennium of the publication of his book ‘’The Canon of Medicine''. The fair also celebrates the Caribbean culture as the guest of honour, embodying its prominent role in building positive and constructive cultural partnerships among different cultures.
He pointed out that, under the "Book of the World" initiative, the fair is celebrating ‘’One Thousand and One Nights'' (Arabian Nights), in recognition of the importance of this literary work and its increasing influence on the Arabic language and global culture.
He confirmed that the wide participation in the 34th edition of the fair, which hosts 1,400 exhibitors from 96 countries, represents an important opportunity to strengthen cultural dialogue, which serves as the ideal bridge for fruitful and constructive cooperation among nations.
The Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre organises the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair in its 34th edition under the theme "Knowledge Illuminates Our Community'', aiming to promote cultural and knowledge exchange among the countries of the world, contributing to the preservation of Arab linguistic and cultural heritage, and offering insights into world cultures and civilizations.
Organised by the ALC, part of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, the fair will take place from 26 April to 5 May 2025 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.