During the opening day of the 13th Sharjah Publishers Conference

Bodour Al Qasimi: It is essential that we are committed to the power of the written word, and the role it plays in bringing us together

SBA Chairperson gives powerful speech inaugurating conference followed by inspirational keynotes and networking and knowledge exchange through roundtable sessions

Sharjah, October 29, 2023,

In her impactful words, Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), underscored that publishing stands at the gates of history, and has to reclaim the vital role it has played for centuries. “In our pursuit of progress, it is essential that we remain committed to our core belief in the power of the written word, and the role it plays in bringing us together, or dividing us. To continue delivering on our promise, the publishing industry has to adapt to the rapid changes of our time. We are at a unique intersection of tradition and innovation, and must navigate this exciting landscape of constant disruption,” she remarked.

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