In a significant move to enhance cultural ties, the Republic of Peru proudly marked its inaugural participation in the Sharjah International Publishers Conference. This event, alongside the annual Sharjah International Book Fair, provides a pivotal platform to showcase Peru’s rich literary heritage and foster cultural exchange with the United Arab Emirates.
Cultural Exchange Takes Centre Stage
During a meeting held at the Sharjah Expo Centre, Alberto Alejandro Farah Orna, the Peruvian Ambassador to the UAE, expressed his country’s enthusiasm about their participation. He conveyed this sentiment while engaging with Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, CEO of the Sharjah Book Authority, amidst the bustling backdrop of the International Publishers Conference. The Ambassador highlighted that Peru’s dedicated pavilion and its representatives from the publishing sector signify a hopeful step towards deepening Peru’s presence in future editions of this prestigious fair.
A Vision for Future Collaborations
Ambassador Farah Orna took the opportunity to visit several Peruvian publishers at the conference, where he explored the professional networking possibilities and the exchange of expertise within the book industry. The sixteenth edition of the Sharjah International Publishers Conference, hosted by the Sharjah Book Authority, has drawn an impressive participation from 1,433 publishers across 126 nations, with Peru’s enthusiastic involvement being a landmark occasion.
Broader Horizons Ahead
In addition to this conference, Peru is also set to take part in the upcoming 45th Sharjah International Book Fair, commencing on November 4th. Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri underscored the authority’s pride in Peru’s contributions to both the conference and the book fair. He emphasised the potential these events hold for promoting cultural cooperation and knowledge exchange between the two nations.
Commitment to Cultural Diplomacy
Al Ameri further elaborated that Sharjah continues to expand its cultural relationships globally, in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and the guidance of Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Book Authority. This commitment reaffirms Sharjah’s status as a focal point for diverse cultures and an international hub for books and the publishing industry.