MBRF To Participate At Cairo International Book Fair 2026 To Boost Knowledge Dialogue And Regional Literary Collaboration

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) is preparing a wide programme for its participation in the 57th Cairo International Book Fair (CIBF), running from 21st January to 3rd February 2026 at the Egypt International Exhibitions Centre. The event is viewed by MBRF as a key regional and global knowledge meeting.

Through its stand at Cairo International Book Fair, the foundation plans to highlight ongoing knowledge projects and recent publications across many disciplines. The schedule includes workshops, talks, and interactive sessions, designed to reach varied audiences and encourage reading, research, and creative writing within the Arab region.

MBRF links its appearance at Cairo International Book Fair to a wider strategy for knowledge development that spans the UAE, the Middle East, and international partners. Jamal bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, said, "We, at MBRF, look forward to participating in CIBF, which serves as one of the most prominent intellectual and knowledge events regionally and globally. Our participation aligns with our belief in the significant role of such platforms in boosting the global knowledge movement among people and promoting comprehensive and sustainable knowledge-based development. During CIBF, we seek to offer intellectual spaces for constructive dialogue that support the advancement of knowledge, while underscoring our efforts in the book and publishing sector to establish societies driven by knowledge, creativity, and innovation."

During the fair, the Knowledge Lounge initiative of MBRF will run a series of open events that bring writers and readers together. Plans include moderated discussions, creative workshops, and meetings with media professionals, giving participants space to debate ideas, exchange experiences, and support the intellectual movement across the wider Arab knowledge scene.

The Dubai International Programme for Writing (DIPW) will add another layer to MBRF’s schedule at Cairo International Book Fair through activities aimed at developing new literary voices. Sessions for adults and children will encourage participants to share texts, discuss techniques, and build skills that support strong knowledge content and a more active literary culture in the region.

MBRF will also present the KnowTalks initiative at Cairo International Book Fair, bringing global experts and thinkers to address knowledge and development issues facing societies. Alongside this, sessions of the Digital Knowledge Hub will look at digital content creation, emerging platforms, and future trends in electronic knowledge sharing and archiving.

MBRF views its presence at the 57th Cairo International Book Fair as part of a continuous regional knowledge journey that supports dialogue, publishing, and digital change. Through projects such as Knowledge Lounge, DIPW, KnowTalks, and the Digital Knowledge Hub, the foundation plans to engage audiences and highlight collaborations between the UAE, Egypt, and the wider Arab world.

With inputs from WAM