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works that reflected the Arab world’s enduring contributions to travelogues and

maritime navigation.

The booth also welcomed distinguished guests, including Sheikh Rashid bin

Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of Ajman Municipality and Planning Department
and Vice Chairman of Ajman University's Board of Trustees, and H.E. Aawatif
Hayar, Moroccan Minister of Solidarity, Social Integration and the Family.

A Bridge of Cultural and Intellectual Exchange

Marwa Al Aqroubi said: “Morocco is a timeless crossroads of Arab-Islamic
heritage — a living bridge of culture and thought. At RIBF, House of Wisdom

continues this dialogue, uniting shared values beyond borders.”

She added: “Sharjah’s designation as UNESCO World Book Capital in 2019
marked a turning point in championing knowledge, embodied in the founding of

House of Wisdom. With Rabat stepping into the same role in 2026, our cultural
ties grow even stronger, reflecting the enduring commitment of the UAE and
Morocco to champion culture and preserve our shared human heritage.”

The HoW booth hosted a session titled “Chapters of Islamic Art: Travelogues –
Exploring the Legacy of Ahmad ibn Majid and Ibn Battuta.” The session
highlighted the lasting impact of Islamic travelogues, with insights from H.E. Dr

Abdulaziz Al Musallam, Chairman of the Sharjah Institute for Heritage, and
Sheikha Al Mutairi, Head of National Culture and Documents at Juma Al Majid

Center. They discussed the motivations behind Muslim travels and the crucial
contributions of Ibn Majid and Ibn Battuta in documenting their journeys.

Additionally, HoW showcased its flagship initiatives, including the second edition

of “Chapters of Islamic Art,” currently running in Sharjah until 5 July with the
theme “Travelogues.” The exhibition features the origins of geographic
documentation, Idrisi’s medieval maps, ancient navigation tools, and rare

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