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Press Release

MBRF highlights wide array of knowledge programs at Abu

Dhabi International Book Fair

02 May 2024- The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) kicked

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off its participation at the 33 edition of Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF) with a
dedicated pavilion to highlight its wide array of knowledge-oriented events and a selection of

publications in both English and Arabic. The participation aligns with the MBRF’s commitment
to supporting knowledge, creativity, and innovation, as well as highlighting the importance of

reading as a means of acquiring knowledge and information.

In line with the event, His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of

Tolerance and Coexistence, visited the MBRF’s pavilion and discussed the ‘Global Knowledge
Index’. During the visit, the MBRF offered him the book ‘Tolerance Among Virtues’, one of the

publications of the Dubai International Program for Writing (DIPW), which was approved for
postgraduate students at the Mohammed bin Zayed University for Humanities (MBZUH).

Highlighting the significance of MBRF’s participation in ADIBF 2024, His Excellency Jamal bin
Huwaireb, CEO of the MBRF, pointed out the Foundation’s contribution towards advancing

science, disseminating knowledge, promoting a culture of reading, and nurturing literary and
intellectual creativity.

“The MBRF’s participation in the event comes as part of its relentless efforts to encourage

sharing knowledge across Arab countries and provide a comprehensive platform for book
lovers and scholars to learn about current intellectual and literary works and publications. The

pavilion showcases a diverse range of publications focusing on many fields. Furthermore, it will

provide a venue for other events and activities, including seminars, lectures, workshops, and
discussions with renowned Arab authors and thinkers,” His Excellency added.

The pavilion, located in Hall 10-D06, will further host a variety of events under the ‘KnowTalks’,

a series jointly organized by the MBRF and the United Nations Development Programme
(UNDP) to underscore best global practices and experiences in addressing environmental

challenges, water crises, climate issues, and strategies for promoting green investments.