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4/28/25, 10:04 AM MBRF participates in Abu Dhabi International Book Fair with a rich agenda of sessions and workshops
commitment to highlighting the significance of language, thought, and creativity in shaping a knowledge-
driven and prosperous future.

This year, the MBRF pavilion will host a wide array of events under its flagship initiatives, most notably
the Dubai International Program for Writing (DIPW). DIPW will feature an engaging series of discussion

panels focusing on the experiences of young and emerging writers, the influence of creative writing
workshops on literary successes, narrative form choices between short stories and novels, and the
significance of critique workshops in refining literary taste.

Furthermore, DIPW will explore the dynamic relationship between storytelling and inspiration, the pivotal

role of creative translation as a cultural bridge, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the
future of visual art and human creativity. Additional topics include the intersection of art and writing, the
influence of children’s storytelling, narrative experiences for young adults, and the journey from creative
education to literary recognition.

At the core of MBRF’s initiatives is the Digital Knowledge Hub (DKH), which will discuss key topics

related to digital transformation and the evolution of knowledge dissemination. Discussions will focus on
the development of Arabic digital content and platforms, establishing the DKH as a pioneering model in
modern knowledge management. Additional topics to be explored include the future of information and
knowledge production in the age of AI, the importance of lifelong learning through digital platforms, and

AI applications in libraries and information institutions. DKH will also present the latest specialized
publications in the field of knowledge sciences.

Knowledge Lounge will offer a comprehensive program covering various intellectual and literary
subjects. This includes the relationship between Arabic narrative and the stereotypical image in the eyes
of others, the evolving collaboration between novelists and screenwriters, the future of literature

between reality and foresight, the Arab comics experience, and storytelling as an act of awareness.

Additionally, Knowledge Lounge will explore themes such as publishers’ insights into reader behavior,
the role of reading in fostering critical thinking, the idea of the ‘text as narrator,’ and the personal journeys
of writers in the world of fiction. Insights will be shared on audio storytelling through podcasts, along with

discussions on empowering adolescents through reading.

KnowTalks will explore critical societal topics, including youth empowerment, social transformation, and
the contributions of Arab scholars to the knowledge renaissance. The series will also include sessions
on building personal brands through social media and the impact of female leadership.

The Bil Arabi initiative will host an inspiring session to reinforce the use of the Arabic language in

everyday and cultural settings, emphasizing its importance in shaping contemporary Arab identity.
Discussions will focus on developing a fully Arabic AI system, strategies for promoting the language in
non-Arabic-speaking communities, and Arabic’s unique role in the media industry. The sessions will
bring together esteemed experts and specialists to explore these pivotal themes.

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