The 26th doha international book fair takes place between 2nd december and 12th december 2015 at the qatar national convention centre in education city. News of the attack on the french satirical magazine charlie hebdo reached qatar just a few hours before the opening of the 25th doha international book fair dibf last week and inevitably cast a shadow over the celebrations. The doha international book fair is considered one of the largest international book fairs held in the region, which has been expanding since its first edition in 1972. The center is keen to utilize all its potentials to ensure the success and excellence of the upcoming edition of the exhibition, which coincides with the completion of. The new date for the doha international book fair will coincide with the launch of the qatarfrance year of culture 2020, which will enable a momentous french presence. Doha international book fair 29 nov 8 dec 2018 doha exhibition and convention center created by potrace 1. Ahmed al mahmoud and the minister of culture, arts, and heritage h. Abdulaziz al kuwari at the qatar national convention center, on january 7, 2015. A 430yearold italian book, which is the first record of qatar printed in the west, is one of the rare tomes on display at the 30th edition of doha international book fair which opened yesterday. The slogan for this edition is do you then not contemplate, inspired from a verse from the holy quran.
Jan 12, 2020 the doha international book fair is one of the largest international book fairs in the region, which started on january 09012020 and remain open for the public until 18012020 at doha. There will be discounts on books up to 25 percent, as agreed with the publishing houses. The 29th edition of the doha international book fair, organized by the ministry of culture and sports, will be held from november 29 to december 8, 2018. Jan 10, 2020 a 430yearold italian book, which is the first record of qatar printed in the west, is one of the rare tomes on display at the 30th edition of doha international book fair which opened yesterday. At the annual doha international book fair, qatar reads hosted three activities. This edition, 31 countries are participating in the doha international book fair. Doha international book fair will coincide with the launch of the qatar france year of culture 2020, which will enable a momentous french presence during the event, along with a diversified cultural mosaic. The 30th edition of doha international book fair due to start tomorrow, is witnessing the largest participation of the qatari private publishing houses, as this edition comes to witness a real and strong start for the qatari culture and publishing makers. Jan 03, 2020 the 30th edition of doha international book fair dibf will be held from january 9 to 18, 2020. The fair was opened by the deputy prime minister and minister of state for cabinet affairs, h. The date coincides with the launch of the cultural year qatar fra.
Doha international book fair malayalam vlog qatar doha. The 30th doha international book fair this is qatar. Tribune news network doha the 29th edition of the doha international book fair is set to kick off at the doha exhibition and convention center decc on thursday. Our art exhibition was an imaginative journey bridging the passion for reading and the visual arts. Jan 07, 2015 pas doha is participating in the 25th annual doha international book fair. The ministry of culture and sports has announced that the 30th edition of doha international book fair dibf will be held from january 918, 2020. A total of 72 publishing houses of childrens books are participating in the fair. The 30th doha book fair is witnessing the broadest participation of the qatari private publishing houses, as this session comes to witness a real and strong launch for the qatari cultural and publishing makers with the participation of lusail publishing and distribution house rosa publishing house zekrit publishing house alwatad house. Public affairs section at the doha international book fair. It is a platform to exchange cultural diversity and a space to inspire dialogue and share knowledge. Rare books on show at doha book fair the peninsula qatar.
This year is the 26th edition of the fair and promises over 400 exhibitors from across the arab world and beyond, including turkey, india, germany, sudan and the united kingdom. Dec 08, 2018 doha international book fair 29 nov 8 dec 2018 doha exhibition and convention center created by potrace 1. The event will take place under the supervision and organisation of the qatar centre for cultural and heritage events. Doha international book fair off to a festive start. Doha international book fair is one of the largest international book fairs held in the region and has a good reputation because of the great demand from the arab, gulf and foreign countries to participate. The doha international book fair is considered one of the biggest international book fairs held in the region and is having a good reputation because of the huge number from the arabic, gulf and foreign countries participating in. Doha international book fair 09 to 18 jan 2020,doha. The doha international book fair comes in line with qatars vision 2030, which aims to develop the knowledge economy and the ministry of culture and sports vision towards a society with an authentic conscience and a healthy body, in addition to reflecting the state of the countrys cultural scene.
Coinciding with the launch of the qatar france 2020 year of culture 2020, france is the guest of honor at doha international book fair 2020. Thai publishers association one of first to hold 2020 online book fair in light of. Enter your privilege club details when making a reservation. Doha international book fair will be held 09 to 18 jan 2020 in doha, qatar. Hamad bin abdulaziz alkawari, who was among senior government officials. Doha international book fair to begin on january 9, 2020 the. Embassy at the 27th doha international book fair u. Doha international book fair opens at decc in style. In addition to the book displays, the book fair will also feature writers, dozens of sideline conferences, workshops, and cultural activities. The 30th edition of the doha international book fair got off to a colourful start thursday at doha exhibition and convention centre decc. Under the patronage of his highness the amir sheikh tamim bin hamad althani, the new edition of dibf will be held under the supervision and organisation of the qatar center for cultural and heritage events. More than 12,000 people visited the qatar foundation qf booths at the doha international book fair dibf, which concluded saturday, qf said in a statement. Doha international book fair 2020 opening jan 09, 2020.
Pas doha is participating in the 25th annual doha international book fair. The new date for the doha international book fair will coincide with the launch of the qatar france year of culture 2020, which will enable a momentous french presence. Ahmad musa alnamla chief executive officer, qatar museums jan 09, 2020. The 30th doha international book fair january 8, 2020 under the patronage of hh the amir sheikh tamim bin hamad al thani, the ministry of culture and sports holds the 30th edition of doha international book fair in the period from january 9 to 18, at the doha exhibition and convention centre decc. Jan 03, 2020 the doha international book fair is one of the most important platforms of direct communication between authors, publishers, and intellectuals for learning about what is new in the field of the knowledge industry, as well as reflecting the state of the cultural landscape in the country. Doha international book fair 2020 opening doha 360. Doha international book fair 29 november 8 december 2018. The activity of the morning and evening queues and the baraem channel, which provides a daily interactive educational show, including the activity entitled our children on the stage with the participation of theater teams from. The fair was opened in a festive mood in the presence of. Doha international book fair 30 ministry of culture and. Our giant books were opportunities for children to live briefly in a fictional world. Authors, publishers and booksellers call for international. The first breakthrough for the doha international exhibition in 1972 under the supervision of dar qatari books.
Therefore, every year doha book fair includes new titles reflecting hopes, visions and preparations for the future and self development. Kuwaiti ministry of information booth jan 09, 2020. Complaint registered against qatar for promoting anti. Hamad bin abdulaziz alkawari, who was among senior government officials and foreign. The 30th doha international book fair back dibf is regarded as one of the largest international book fairs of the region with extensive participation from different countries around the world. Qatar national library participates in doha international. Coinciding with the launch of the qatarfrance 2020 year of culture 2020, france is the guest of honor at doha international book fair 2020. Feb 12, 2020 doha exhibition and convention center. The doha international book fair is one of the largest international book fairs in the region, which started on january 09012020 and remain open for the public until 18012020 at doha. The doha international book fair is known for attracting a large participation from arab and foreign countries, which has been increasing since its first edition held in 1972. Visitors can download the smart phone application or visit.
The fair will be held under the supervision of the qatar cultural and heritage events centre of the ministry, which seeks to develop the organizational tools of the exhibition. The doha international book fair dibf will kick off on january 9, 2020. The fair was opened in a festive mood in the presence of he the speaker of the shura council ahmed bin abdullah bin zaid almahmoud, he the minister of culture and sports salah bin ghanem bin nasser alali, other ministers, dignitaries and ambassadors of. Doha international book fair gives qatari readers hope. Key facts about doha international book fair 2020 the book fair will be held under the supervision and organisation of qatar center for. Doha international book fair of the current year will be organized during this period of witnessing many changes at the national and regional level. Protect your travel plans and get peace of mind with our travel insurance.
Qatar national library will be ready to engage with book lovers and those hungry for knowledge at this years doha international book fair dibf, which will be held from 9 18 january at doha. The 30th doha international book fair dibf is regarded as one of the largest international book fairs of the region with extensive participation from different countries around the world. Qatari publishers enrich doha international book fair. The doha international book fair comes in line with qatars vision 2030, which aims to develop the knowledge economy and the ministry of culture and sports vision towards a society with an authentic conscience and a healthy body, in addition to reflecting the state of. Doha international book fair 2020 qatar living events. We invite you to send money with your child or shop yourself from. The 30th doha international book fair has emerged as one of the largest international book fairs of the region with a big number of participation from different countries around the world.
The new version of the exhibition coincides with the cultural year qatar france 2020 the new date came after a comprehensive study of events schedule and schools examinations. Dec 01, 2016 27th doha international book fair which opened at the doha exhibition and convention centre. To be held under the patronage of the amir hh sheikh tamim bin hamad al thani, the fair will see participation of 427 publishing houses from 30 countries and will conclude on december 8. The doha international book fair is one of the most important platforms of direct communication between authors, publishers, and intellectuals for learning about what is new in the field of the knowledge industry, as well as reflecting the state of the cultural landscape in the country. Saleh bin ghanem al ali on november 30th at the doha exhibition and convention center. Paintings inspired by science and knowledge jan 09, 2020. Greetings parents, next week we celebrate our english book week.
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This is an exciting week filled with reading and our book fair. Doha international book fair hosts seminar on medias role in shaping reality. Doha international book fair 2020 exhibitions qatar. The public affairs section of the embassy is participating in the 27 th annual doha international book fair, opened by the qatar minister of culture and sports h. Cultural competition do you then not ponder jan 09, 2020. The qatar school events include a range of diverse programs and activities, which combine the field of theater, acting and drawing, and which include. Doha international book fair 2020 to begin on 9 january. Dec 06, 2016 the public affairs section of the embassy is participating in the 27th annual doha international book fair, opened by the qatar minister of culture and sports h. The fair lasts 10 days with a new look and contents in its 30th session. The 30th edition of doha international book fair dibf will be held from january 9 to 18, 2020, announced the ministry of culture and sports yesterday. The first launch of the exhibition was held in 1972 under the supervision of the dar al kutub al qatariya. Book lovers in qatar should be feeling quite excited as the 30th edition of the doha international book fair dibf is all set to kick off on january 9, 2020, and run until january 18, 2020, at doha exhibition and convention center decc. Qatar has raised eyebrows among jewish organizations in the united states for promoting antisemitic textbooks and publications that incite hatred, during its annual international book fair, which. The doha international book fair is one of the oldest and largest international book fairs in the region and enjoys a good reputation due to the high demand from arab, gulf and foreign countries participating in it.
Doha international book fair to begin on january 9, 2020. The first breakthrough for the doha international exhibition in 1972 under the supervision of dar qatari books, and was held every two years, and since 2002, has become held every year. Doha international book fair qatarfrance 2020 year of. The new edition of dibf will be held under the supervision and. Literacy is already 97%, but qatar government plans for 100%. Under the patronage of amir h h sheikh tamim bin hamad al thani, the 30th edition of doha international book fair will begin today at the. The fair will also witness the largest participation from private qatar publishing houses. The 30th edition of doha international book fair held under the patronage of hh amir sheikh tamim bin hamad al thani in the period from 9th january 2020 to 18th january 2020 at doha exhibition and convention center decc in association with the qatar cultural and heritage event center of the ministry of culture and sports. The new edition of dibf will be held under the supervision and organisation of the qatar center for cultural and heritage events. Doha international book fair 2020 qatars biggest guide.
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