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Oman named guest of honour at Sharjah book fair 2026

The Sultanate of Oman is participating as guest of honour at the 45th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair.

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At a glance

  • Oman holds guest of honour status at the 45th Sharjah International Book Fair 2026
  • The fair commenced on Wednesday
  • The event takes place in Sharjah

The Sultanate of Oman is serving as guest of honour at the 45th edition of the Sharjah International Book Fair 2026, which commenced on Wednesday in Sharjah.

The fair is a major cultural event in the region, bringing together publishers, authors and readers from across the Middle East and beyond.

Why it matters

The book fair is a significant regional cultural gathering that promotes literature and publishing across the Middle East.

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