The 40th edition of the Tunis International Book Fair is set to open from April 24 to May 3 at the Kram Exhibition Center, boasting a record number of titles, exhibitors, and participating nations, organizers announced Thursday.
More than 148,000 titles and 394 exhibitors from 37 countries will feature at the event, according to Mohamed Kadri, director of the fair’s organizing committee. Speaking at a midday news conference, Kadri said the figures mark a significant increase over previous editions, with several publishing houses returning after missing past fairs and new literary and intellectual figures joining for the first time.
Of the 394 exhibitors, 181 are from Tunisia and 213 from abroad. Kadri emphasized the richness of this year’s cultural and intellectual program, which revolves around the theme of the book. The lineup includes 25 events—colloquiums, panel discussions, and academic and literary seminars—featuring 100 Tunisian researchers and 50 international guests from Arab, African, and European countries. The fair also aims to highlight young talent, modern technology, and artificial intelligence.
The event officially opens on April 23 and opens to the public on April 24. A total of 216 activities dedicated to children will be spread across seven spaces, organized by 75 institutions, to offer diverse and enriching cultural content.
Indonesia as Guest of Honor
Indonesia is the guest of honor at this year’s fair, under the slogan “Books and Reading Are the Path to Paradise,” said Indonesian Ambassador to Tunis Zuhairi Misrawi.
The ambassador said the slogan reflects the spirit of rapprochement and mutual understanding between the two nations. A key component of the cultural program is titled “Cultural Diplomacy: A Bridge of Cooperation between Indonesia and Tunisia.”
Indonesia will present not only books but also a rich heritage from its archipelago, including artistic performances, music, and traditional dance, offering visitors a complete intellectual and aesthetic experience that blends thought, literature, and the arts.
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