Sharjah:The Sultanate of Oman is taking part as the Guest of Honor at the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair 2026, which began today in the Emirate of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. The event highlights the strong cultural and historical connections between Oman and the UAE.
According to Oman News Agency, the participation of Oman reflects the richness of its cultural heritage. The Omani delegation at the fair is led by Sayyid Saud Hilal Al Busaidi, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth. He emphasized the importance of the event due to its esteemed status among regional and international book fairs and noted that Oman's involvement is part of its active presence in global cultural forums.
The Omani pavilion features 25 entities from government, civil society, and private sectors, alongside 17 Omani publishing houses. These entities include the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, Ministry of Information, and other notable organizations such as Sultan Qaboos University and the Omani Writers Association.
Oman's cultural program at the fair includes 28 events with intellectuals and writers, covering a wide range of cultural fields. The events include lectures, poetry readings, musical performances, folk arts, seminars, workshops, and discussions on various literary topics.
