HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani visited Thursday morning the Doha International Book Fair in its 35th edition, held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC).
At the outset of the tour, HH the Amir explored “This is Qatar” book project, which was launched as the Guest of Honor initiative for this year’s edition, and was presented with the new prominent publications, titles, and participating publishing houses from Qatar and various Arab and foreign countries.
HH the Amir was briefed on the accompanying cultural programs and events, as well as the cultural and knowledge-based initiatives presented by the exhibition. His Highness also visited the “Doha Children’s Zone” activities, which featured educational and interactive programs, and met with young writers.
I was struck by what I witnessed during my tour today through the halls of the Doha International Book Fair 2026—the diversity and richness of knowledge on display, which embodies the pivotal role of culture in supporting our country’s efforts to entrench awareness of the importance of the Arabic language and identity, and the role of reading in the renaissance of nations and the elevation of societies. My deepest thanks to those organizing the fair.
Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar
During the tour, HH the Amir was accompanied by HE Chief of the Amiri Diwan Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Khulaifi and HE Minister of Culture Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al-Thani, along with a number of Their Excellencies ministers and senior officials. (QNA)
