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10/22/25, 9:43 AM MBRF launches Arabic-German translation workshop at Frankfurt Book Fair
The initiative aims to strengthen the presence of Arabic books in the

German literary landscape and foster cultural exchange by translating

selected Arabic works into German. The workshop was launched in the

presence of Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, and renowned German

orientalist Stefan Weidner, who will lead the training of emerging

translators to refine their skills.

Bin Huwaireb said the initiative addresses the growing demand for

contemporary translations of Arabic works into German amid increasing

interest in Arab culture. He added that developing new translators based on

sound methodological foundations will help expand the reach of Arabic

literature globally.

Weidner said he was honoured to join DIPW's team of trainers and aims to

build bridges between Arabic and German literary cultures. He explained

that the workshop will adopt a scientific approach to translation, from

participant selection to publication, with the results to be showcased at

next year's Frankfurter Buchmesse.

Through DIPW, MBRF continues to nurture talent across writing,

translation, and publishing disciplines, empowering more than 450 young

creatives to date. Many participants have gone on to publish acclaimed

works and win prestigious awards, including the Sheikh Zayed Book Award

and the Emirates Novel Award, enriching the Arabic literary landscape

with over 200 published titles.

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