(MENAFN- Emirates News Agency (WAM))
FRANKFURT, 14th October, 2017 (WAM) -- As part of its ongoing efforts to work with potential new partners and exchange industry knowledge and expertise, a delegation of the Emirates Publishers Association, EPA, has met with leading representatives from the International Publishers Association, IPA, at its welcoming reception during the 69th edition of the Frankfurt Book Fair in Germany.
Led by Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Founder and President of EPA, the reception, which took place at EPA's very first independent pavilion at the fair, aimed to strengthen ties with leading international publishers and discuss ways of enhancing cooperation and collaboration.
During the event, EPA representatives highlighted the significant role played by the UAE in supporting the publishing and book industry, as well as the association's commitment to enhance the sector locally, regionally and globally.
In return, EPA delegates gained valuable insights into the experience of a number of top international publishers and discussed the projects and initiatives that can be implemented to develop careers and support the development of publishing professionals.
Rashid Al Kous, Executive Director of EPA, underlined the importance of participating in the Frankfurt International Book Fair, the world's largest trade fair for books, based both on the number of publishing companies and the number of visitors. He noted that hosting IPA representatives comes as part of EPA's outreach strategy to share expertise and best practices as well as develop bilateral relations to increase its contribution to the publishing sector and reinforce its importance to the economy.
"We discussed many ways to attract investment into the UAE's publishing industry, particularly with regard to the nation's strategic location and the array of cultural festivals, exhibitions, fairs and other events it organises to encourage reading and establish libraries. We presented key competitive advantages offered by the UAE to foreign businesses, including publishing houses and distribution companies," Al Kous said.
The reception was attended by Ahmed Al Ameri, Chairman of Sharjah Book Authority and Mohamed Al Shehhi, Director of Research and Publication at Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority.
Also present were several senior EPA representatives including, Vice President, Ali Al Shaali; Treasurer, Mohammed bin Dakhin; Secretary, Ali Bin Hatem, and Rashid Al Kous, Executive Director, as well as a number of authors, local and international publishers.
WAM/Hazem Hussein/MOHD AAMIR
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