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4th Sharjah International Booksellers Conference opens tomorrow (Monday) with 661 participants from 94 countries


Sharjah, April 5, 2025

The fourth edition of the Sharjah International Booksellers Conference will commence tomorrow (Monday) at the Sharjah Expo Centre, bringing together over 661 booksellers, publishers and distributors from 94 countries to exchange expertise, explore industry trends, and expand their professional networks.

Organised by the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), this year’s conference reflects significant growth in both scale and thematic breadth. Attendees will delve into pressing issues facing the publishing and distribution industries, assess emerging global challenges and opportunities, and participate in discussions to shape the sector’s future. The programme also provides a strategic environment for forging partnerships and exploring avenues for innovation and sustainable growth.

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Response Plus Medical signs MoU with Falcon Aviation Services to build first-of-its-kind Air Ambulance capabilities in the UAE

Collaboration is part of RPM and Falcon Aviation Services strategy to grow its medical air evacuation services.

Abu Dhabi, April4, 2025: Response Plus Medical Services LLC (RPM), a subsidiary of Response Plus Holding PJSC – the largest pre-hospital care and emergency medical services provider in the region, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Falcon Aviation Services LLC, a leading Emirati business aviation services operator in the Middle East and Africa.

The MoU aims to develop the first-of-its-kind air ambulance capabilities in the UAE, enabling the transport of patients travelling abroad for critical care treatments and facilitating their repatriation to the UAE post-treatment.

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Bodour Al Qasimi becomes first woman from an Arab Gulf state to win a prestigious Bologna Ragazzi Award

Bologna – Italy, April 3, 2025

Emirati publisher, author, and women’s advocate Bodour Al Qasimi has made history by becoming the first woman from an Arab Gulf state to receive a prestigious BolognaRagazzi Award for Fiction.

Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi received the prize for her groundbreaking children’s book ‘House of Wisdom’ at a ceremony in the impressive Farnese Chapel, at Palazzo d’Accursio, in Bologna.

Reflecting on the honour, Sheikha Bodour said: “For me, this award signals a shift towards a more inclusive children’s publishing sector. Amid heightened global tensions, stories like ‘House of Wisdom’ carry a message that books can occasion unity, progress, and a deeper understanding between cultures. It’s a timely statement about literature’s power to build bridges and keep the bigger human picture in view.”

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Final chance to Experience the Magic of Naruto at NARUTO THE GALLERY this weekend

Dubai, UAE – As NARUTO THE GALLERY prepares to close its doors this weekend, fans of the beloved anime are invited to immerse themselves one last time in the world of Naruto Uzumaki. From April 4th to April 6th, 2025, visitors will have their final opportunity to explore exclusive content crafted by renowned artists such as Nina Ai, Kohei Kadowaki, Kosuke Sugimoto, Kohta Morie, and Que at the Concourse Convention Center, Dubai Outlet Mall, Level 1.

This closing weekend is not only a celebration of Naruto’s journey but also features a vibrant array of activities including a Cosplay Catwalk, Quiz Night, Japanese calligraphy and origami workshops, a Trade Night for TCGs (trading cards), and a unique marketplace for Japanese-culture enthusiasts. The event promises to send off The Naruto Gallery with the excitement it deserves.

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PublisHer celebrates empowerment and brilliance at second PublisHer Excellence Awards

Sharjah, 02 April 2025

PublisHer, the international network advocating for gender equality in publishing founded by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, has proudly honoured three outstanding women leaders at its second edition of the PublisHer Excellence Awards.

The awards ceremony recognized exceptional contributions by women who have shaped the publishing industry, championed innovation, and inspired the next generation of female leaders.

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