At a special event during the 2026 Beijing International Book Fair, His Excellency Dr. Jamal Sanad Al Suwaidi, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research, signed his latest two publications. These publications include the Chinese version of the book “His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan: Insights into the Journey of a Humanitarian” and the English version of the book “The Artificial Womb: A World Beyond Human Reproduction.” This signing marks a significant milestone in Al Suwaidi’s efforts to promote Emirati culture globally, especially during this prestigious fair.
A Rich Cultural Experience
The book signing ceremony took place at the UAE pavilion, part of the “Emirati House” overseen by the UAE Embassy in the People’s Republic of China, in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture. The UAE’s participation as the guest of honor this year aims to highlight its cultural and knowledge experience through a series of cultural and artistic events that foster collaboration between China and the UAE. These events include a selection of senior officials in the fields of culture, publishing, and research.
Notable Attendance and Special Thanks
The signing event was attended by His Excellency Hussein Ibrahim Al Hammadi, UAE Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, Mubarak Al Nakhai, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, and Khalid Al Shehi, Deputy Head of the UAE Mission to China. Additionally, a group of ambassadors from Arab countries and a distinguished assembly of thinkers and cultural figures interested in culture were present. His Excellency Dr. Jamal Al Suwaidi expressed his gratitude to the event organizers and the audience, appreciating the excellent organization and warm reception.
The Importance of Cultural Relations
In his speech, Dr. Al Suwaidi praised the Beijing International Book Fair, expressing his admiration for the publishing movement in China, particularly in the fields of technology and artificial intelligence. He emphasized that the fair is one of the largest book fairs in Asia and the world, serving as the main gateway for China to connect with the world. He also described the relations between the United Arab Emirates and Beijing as strong, characterized by a strategic partnership and notable cultural growth.