Sharjah International Book Fair security committee reviews safety protocols ahead of 44th edition Preparations intensify to ensure public safety and emergency readiness during the fair from November 5 – 16 at Expo Centre Sharjah

Sharjah, November 2, 2025

As part of the Sharjah Book Authority (SBA)’s preparations to host the 44th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF), their security committee convened a meeting to discuss security and safety protocols, evacuation procedures, and emergency response plans for the event, which will run from November 5 to 16 at Expo Centre Sharjah.

Sharjah Book Authority, in cooperation with the Sharjah Police, Sharjah Civil Defence Authority, the SANID volunteer team, the representative office of the Ministry of Health and Prevention, and National Ambulance UAE, reviewed the joint coordination arrangements between the various participating entities.

Meeting attendees discussed task distribution and the roles of various response teams in emergency situations. They also reviewed operational procedures for evacuation and assembly points, designating the Cooperation Gate at Expo Centre Sharjah as the main assembly point for evacuation.

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