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MBRF signs MoU with Arab Publishers' Association to support
publishing sector

Dubai, 11 July 2025: The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) signed a
memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Arab Publishers' Association (APA) in Egypt to promote knowledge
dissemination, reinforce publishing and distribution networks, and support industry creators through strategic support
and innovative opportunities.

The MoU was signed at MBRF's headquarters by His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, and Mohamed
Rashad, President of APA, to establish a strategic partnership and reinforce collaborative frameworks in the fields of
publishing, printing, and training.

As part of the agreement, both parties will actively collaborate in key areas, including translation rights management,
intellectual property exchange, and printing. It also outlines plans for organizing training workshops to empower
publishing industry professionals, and showcasing Arab publishers' works on MBRF's Digital Knowledge Hub.
Furthermore, the MoU enables both entities to launch innovative events and activities to achieve shared objectives
and deliver mutual benefits.

H.E. Jamal bin Huwaireb said: “We are delighted to collaborate with the renowned APA by signing this MoU. The
move is a testament to our steadfast dedication to enhancing knowledge production, dissemination, and accessibility.
This partnership builds on our strong belief in the pivotal role of the publishing industry in promoting intellectual

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