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7/14/25, 9:47 AM Company News in Egypt: MBRF signs MoU with Arab Publishers’ Association to support publishing sector

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 growth, encouraging reading habits, and developing inclusive platforms
for societal discussions across all interests. It also contributes to our efforts to
realize our wise leadership’s visionary roadmap for empowering future generations
and advancing knowledge development across the Arab world, while also
strengthening the UAE’s global position as a hub of enlightenment and knowledge.”

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