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EVENTS SBA highlights Sharjah’s cultural project, holds talks with top Latin at FIL 2024

Highlighting Emirati creativity on the global stage

HE Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri said: "FIL is a key platform for amplifying Arab and Emirati cultural presence in Latin America and among Spanish-speaking audiences. Our participation builds on Sharjah’s success as Guest of Honour in 2022, reinforcing our commitment to cultural exchange and understanding between nations and civilisations, and aligning with Sharjah's cultural project, founded by His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, which emphasises the importance of books and culture in fostering communication."

Exceptional opportunities for the publishing sector

The emirate’s delegation engaged with Mexican and Latin American publishers, providing an overview of the Sharjah International Book Fair and its opportunities to advance the publishing industry and promote cultural exchange. They also highlighted SBA’s year-round events, including the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival, Sharjah Publishers Conference, Sharjah International Library Conference, and International Booksellers Conference, which serve as platforms for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and global connections in the publishing and literary sectors.

Fostering relationships with Latin American publishers

The Sharjah Literary Agency (SLA) held meetings with leading Latin American publishers to promote its roster of represented authors, increasing the visibility of Latin American authors in the Arab world and facilitating the translation of prominent works into Arabic. Additionally, SBA highlighted Sharjah’s prestigious awards, including the Sharjah Translation Award (Turjuman), which reflects the emirate’s dedication to celebrating and promoting Arab and Islamic cultural heritage on a global scale. The Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone also presented its infrastructure and services to support the creative industries.