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Press Release

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MBRF presents valuable knowledge insights during 3 and

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4 days of Abu Dhabi International Book Fair

06 May 2024 – The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF)

continued to host a series of engaging events and knowledge-based programs during the third
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and fourth days of the 33 Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF). The programs aimed to
offer participants valuable insights into the ever-evolving landscape of knowledge, alongside
opportunities for engaging discussions and relevant workshops to enrich their understanding.

In a session focused on ‘Copyrights and Digital Solutions’ within the ‘Knowledge Lounge,’
Mohammed Al Matrooshi, interviewed by Majd Al Shehhi, delved into topics, including content

recreation processes, copying, and the role of collective management organizations in managing
rights. In addition, the Knowledge Lounge hosted a session titled 'Read, Build, Enjoy: The Lego

Cube Strategy for the Development of Reading, Understanding, Reading Assimilation and Higher
Thinking Skills,' presented by Yasmin Saadeh. ‘Al Matn Al Majhool’ was presented by Sayed

Mahmoud, in a session that featured an inspirational dialogue with Dr. Zainab Al Qaysi.
Additionally, ‘The Literary Genius and the Reality of Arabic Literature’ symposium was presented

by author and novelist Waciny Laredj and moderated by Hussein Darwish.

As part of the ‘KnowTalks’ initiative, the MBRF organized a discussion titled ‘Oceanpreneurs:

Exploring Opportunities in the Blue Economy,’ in which Marina Antonopoulou, Senior Director
and Chief Officer of Climate and Nature Conservation, Emirates Nature WWF, contributed her

expertise to the session, shedding light on the significant initiatives undertaken by Emirates
Nature-WWF. The session explored the concept of the blue economy, emphasizing the necessity

for urgency in shifting towards a sustainable economic model and driving efforts in environmental
conservation.