The Main Committee of the Muscat International Book Fair held a preparatory meeting to discuss arrangements for the 30th edition of the fair, which is scheduled to be held from March 24 to April 3, 2027.
The meeting was chaired by Dr Abdullah bin Nasser al Harrasi, Minister of Information and Chairman of the Committee.
The meeting reviewed the most prominent aspects of organising the upcoming edition, alongside initial concepts for its associated programmes, in line with the fair’s standing as a cultural and knowledge platform that brings together writers, intellectuals, publishers and those interested in cultural affairs.
The committee discussed the details of Al Wusta Governorate’s participation as the Guest of Honour of the 30th edition. It addressed the proposed topics and themes to highlight the governorate’s historical, civilisational, cultural and economic components, and to introduce its heritage, natural resources and investment capabilities.
The meeting also addressed the theme of the upcoming edition, “Creative Industries”, and its cultural, knowledge and economic dimensions, along with its role in shedding light on the fields of creativity and innovation and enhancing the presence of cultural and creative industries as a tributary of cultural and economic development.
The meeting affirmed the importance of continuing preparatory work and coordination among the relevant authorities, contributing to the preparation of the upcoming edition and the achievement of its cultural and knowledge objectives, thereby enhancing the position of the Muscat International Book Fair as one of the most prominent cultural events.
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