Abu DhabiUnited Arab Emirates, May 1, 2025 / PRNewswire/ – Caribbean countries have been selected as honor guests for 34 ª International Book Fair of Abu Dhabi (ADIBF), which was held from April 26 to May 5, 2025, under the subject ‘Knowledge illuminates our community’.
Caribbean Countries Selected as Guest of Honour for Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2025
When hosting the group, the Arab Language Center of Abu Dhabi (ALC) aims to highlight the cultural diversity of the 25 Caribbean countries, strengthening its cultural and intellectual exchange with the Arab region. A special pavilion will be dedicated for the guest of honor in coordination with the embassies of these countries in Abu Dhabi y Dubaicelebrating their cultural diversity in literature, art, music and kitchen.
Highlighting Caribbean countries as honor guests is part of the EAU efforts to strengthen editorial and translation industries, allowing new associations to provide Arab readers access to Caribbean literature. It also highlights the similarities between Arab and Caribbean cultures, and reinforces the position of Abu Dhabi As a global cultural capital that covers linguistic and culturally rich regions, promoting literary diversity beyond the traditional framework, which often focuses on Europe and the US.
An animated program of activities was planned to show the culture, knowledge and civilization of the Caribbean region, underlining their close links with the United Arab Emirates. The program aims to strengthen the collaboration of the ALC with the Cultural Institutions of the Caribbean, enriching the culture of the public with fresh creative content, while reflecting the prosperous and diverse landscape of the EAU.
Your excellence Dr. Ali bin TamimPresident of the ALC, said: “The Caribbean nations are home to one of the most diverse cultures in the world, formed through centuries of interaction and influences of several nations, preparing the scenario for a different and unique cultural identity that pleases us to stand out in the International Book Fair of the Book of Abu Dhabi This year. “
“The Caribbean culture is characterized by its capacity for innovation and adaptability, where it has forged and maintained its own strong identity despite external influences,” added the region, the region has managed to show its heritage creatively to the world, ensuring its continuity and visibility. Its literary contributions address central human issues, and with that in mind, we seek to welcome the countries of the Caribbean region in this year’s In creative industries, bringing the Arabic language and other cultures, and highlighting our brotherhood and dialogue values between peoples and cultures. “
The guest of honor also presents literary, artistic, musical and culinary actions, along with events and discussion panels with ambassadors, editors and authors of the Caribbean. While professional chefs cooking demonstrations highlight Caribbean cuisine and its rich mix of African, Indian and European flavors.
Adibf’s honor guests is multifaceted, offers a variety of cultural, intellectual and creative events that serve all community segments, and brings together leading Arab and international creatives to share their experience and knowledge with an audience of intellectual and literary enthusiasts.
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