Report: ANI Correspondent:
UAE /Islamabad — Ambassador of Pakistan to the United Arab Emirates, H.E. Shafqat Ali Khan, met a delegation of the Pakistan Pavilion at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2026 to discuss Pakistan’s literary and cultural representation, promotion of books, cultural linkages and future collaborative initiatives.
The delegation comprised Murad Ali Mohmand, Director Headquarters, National Book Foundation (NBF); Amar Shahid, Director, Book Corner Jhelum; and Sarmad Khan, CEO Urdu World Books and Principal Organiser of the Pakistan Pavilion.
Ambassador Shafqat Ali Khan appreciated the efforts of the NBF, Book Corner Jhelum and Urdu World Books in showcasing Pakistani literature, culture and intellectual heritage at the Pakistan Pavilion.
During the meeting, the participants discussed the promotion of Pakistani literature among Arab readers, including Arabic and English translations, children’s literature and publications covering Pakistan’s history, heritage, culture and tourism.
The Ambassador proposed the preparation of a high-quality Arabic-language coffee-table book on Pakistan’s cultural heritage, historical legacy, tourist destinations, civilizational contributions, fine arts and contemporary literary activities.
Murad Ali Mohmand proposed establishing an NBF Book Corner at the Embassy of Pakistan in Abu Dhabi to provide readers with access to Urdu literature, Pakistan Studies and books on Pakistan’s history and culture.
The delegation also visited the proposed location for the Book Corner and discussed its administrative and operational arrangements with relevant officials.
