Dubai International Children's Book Fair gathers strong interest from international publishing houses

An initiative of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation, the Dubai International Children's Book Fair was launched with the objective to promote and instill a love for reading among children, support the publishers of children's books, and motivate children to own books and enjoy reading.

Jamal Al Shehhi, CEO of Dubai International Children's Book Fair, said:

"The significant interest demonstrated by regional and international publishers for the fair is encouraging. The positive feedback will position the exhibition as a principal engine fueling the creation of literature, specifically children's literature, in the Arab world."

"The Foundation launched the initiative as an outcome of an in-depth research that revealed an urgent need to revitalize children's literature in the Arab world as part of the region's development plan. We anticipate the Fair will adequately highlight the areas that need to be focused to encourage children's literature and provide an opportunity for the publishers to network with their peers and identify key market opportunities."

The Dubai International Children Book Fair will host events including workshops, discussion forums, training sessions, and other activities that aim to support the children's book publishing industry, and encourage all stakeholders including authors, illustrators, and publishers to stimulate the important sector.

Earlier this year, a delegation from the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation held discussions with renowned publishing companies in the United Kingdom and the United States of America such as Random House.

The Dubai International Children Book's Fair is part of the Foundation's drive to promote knowledge-based societies across the Arab world.