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Press Release
MBRF successfully concludes its participation at
London Book Fair 2024
18 March 2024 - The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF)
concluded its participation at the London Book Fair (LBF) 2024, showcasing its array of
knowledge initiatives and projects. During the event, the MBRF organized several sessions and
discussions within the Knowledge Lounge, KnowTalks, and Dubai International Program for
Writing (DIPW).
The London Book Fair 2024 served as an ideal platform for the MBRF to strengthen its presence
in the knowledge landscape, where it highlighted its pioneering programs and projects. This
allowed writers, publishers, readers, and enthusiasts of science and knowledge to delve into
various aspects of the MBRF’s initiatives. This dynamic interaction reinforces the Foundation’s
position as a frontrunner in knowledge advancement, both on a local and global scale.
During the LBF 2024, the MBRF pavilion witnessed a substantial influx of visitors. His Excellency
Mansoor Abdullah Belhoul, the UAE Ambassador to the UK, along with other embassy personnel,
gained insights on the MBRF’s numerous knowledge initiatives and latest projects. Furthermore,
a group of Emirati scholarship students studying in the UK visited the pavilion and gained
insightful information on the ‘Future Skill for All’ initiative, which seeks to empower the youth by
enhancing their skills and knowledge.
His Excellency Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of the MBRF, emphasized the significance of active
engagement in global knowledge forums and events to elevate the UAE’s position in the
international knowledge landscape. He underscored the London Book Fair as a pivotal platform
that allowed the MBRF to showcase its expertise and reaffirm its role in disseminating knowledge
globally.
His Excellency bin Huwaireb added: “In its participation at the LBF, the MBRF was committed
to reinforcing its role as a premier knowledge platform, drawing industry and thought leaders
