MBRF to participate in 75th Frankfurt Book Fair 2024 with several panel discussions and knowledge activities
Dubai – 15 October 2024- The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) will be participating in the 75th edition of the Frankfurt Book Fair 2024, which is scheduled to be held from 16 to 20 October 2024 in Frankfurt, Germany. The MBRF will be taking part in the global event with a rich agenda that includes a wide range of panel discussions and knowledge activities.
Through its active participation in major international knowledge platforms, the MBRF seeks to strengthen its global presence and demonstrate its commitment to high-quality projects and initiatives. In addition, the participation further underscores MBRF’s dedication to enhancing the channels for knowledge development and dissemination, both locally and globally.
As part of its participation, the MBRF will hold various panel discussions, meetings, and knowledge events that will host a lineup of experts and researchers from various fields under the umbrella of the KnowTalks, the initiative that discusses the most significant knowledge and development challenges, highlighting untapped opportunities and valuable experiences presented by experts from various fields. Other participating initiatives include the Dubai International Program for Writing (DIPW) and the Digital Knowledge Hub (DKH).
His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of the MBRF, said: “Our participation in the Frankfurt Book Fair reflects our vital role in the exchange of knowledge on a global level. The event serves as one of the pioneering global platforms focused on the publishing sector, bringing together experts and leaders in the field of knowledge from various countries. During this year’s event, we seek to exhibit the comprehensive knowledge initiatives undertaken by the MBRF, reinforce partnerships with global publishing houses, and expand cooperation in projects that support the dissemination of knowledge in all languages and cultures.”
H.E. added: “We recognize the significance of sharing ideas and expertise with participants in developing global knowledge systems. This allows us to strengthen our global footprint and advance our journey towards establishing societies based on innovation and sustainable learning, as the Frankfurt Book Fair provides an ideal forum to share ideas and perspectives that contribute to the development of a sustainable knowledge ecosystem. In addition to this, we hope to make the event one of the most remarkable experiences for attendees.”
The Frankfurt Book Fair is a leading global exhibition that gathers publishing houses, authors, booksellers, and book enthusiasts from around the world to engage in intellectual discussions and various cognitive activities. Launched in 1949, the event is a distictive forum and a distinctive event in the global agenda of knowledge events.
The exhibition aims to attract young individuals interested in embracing digital media as a means of learning and growth. It hosts over 7,500 participants from over 100 countries and offers more than 4,000 conferences and discussion panels. This year, the event is expected to welcome more than 280,000 visitors and over 10,000 journalists, cementing its status as one of the most significant knowledge events in the world.
