Copy of Sharjah Ruler’s book presented to Egypt President
Sharjah Book Authority takes part in 54th Cairo International Book
Asigned copy of The Audacious, the latest work by His Highness Dr Shaikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, was presented to Egypt’s President Abdul Fattah Al Sissi.
The book was presented by Ahmad Al Ameri, Chairman of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), to Egypt’s Prime Minister Dr Moustafa Madbouly, who received it on the President’s behalf, during the authority’s participation at the 54th Cairo International Book Fair.
The fair, organised under the theme ‘Together: Read, Think, Create’, began on January 25 and will go on until February 6.
At the SBA pavilion, the SBA chairman received an Egyptian delegation headed by Dr Mabouly, accompanied by Dr. Nevine Al Kilani, Minister of Culture and Dr Ashraf Sobhy, Minister of Youth and Sports, who praised the leading role of Sharjah in introducing Arab culture around the world.
During the visit, the prime minister extended his gratitude for the warm message from the Ruler of Sharjah.
Cultural exchange
As part of the visit to Sharjah’s pavilion, Al Ameri discussed with the Minister of Culture strengthening cooperation and cultural exchange between the two parties. Al Kilani lauded the UAE’s participation not only in the book fair but also at all levels.
Al Ameri discussed ways to advance partnership with the General Egyptian Book Organisation. He also invited the Minister of Culture and Dr Ahmad Bahey Al Deen, Chairman of the General Egyptian Book Organisation, to participate in the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival.
Our participation in the Cairo book fair aims to strengthen cooperation between cultural centres in the region, most importantly Egypt, due to its importance as a civilisation.”
Ahmad Al Ameri | Chairman of Sharjah Book Authority
Enhancing cooperation
Al Ameri said: “Our participation in the Cairo International Book Fair aims to strengthen cooperation between cultural centres in the region, most importantly Egypt, due to its importance as a civilisation and a cultural hub that Arab culture could not thrive without.”
Dr Al Kilani said: “Sharjah is a key partner in the cultural and creative movement in Egypt, which is not surprising since the Ruler of Sharjah has always supported Egyptian culture throughout the years.”
Dr Sobhy said: “One of the main goals of Cairo International Book Fair is to enable our brothers to highlight the Arab culture and heritage, and discuss the realities and future of Arabic culture which must exercise its important role as a force facing global challenges.”