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Press Release

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.”