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The article discusses the success of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair in its 35th edition, held from September 13 to 18, 2026. The event experienced significant growth in sales, visitor numbers, conferences, and exhibits. Sales revenue increased by 97%, with the number of books sold rising by 108%, and visitor numbers grew by 11% compared to the previous year. The fair gathered approximately 1,200 exhibitors from 95 countries and hosted more than 1,500 events, establishing itself as an international cultural and commercial platform that promotes the publishing industry and fosters cultural dialogue, with a focus on digital transformation and artificial intelligence. The event also honored the importance of "Don Quixote" as the Book of the Year, revived "Al-Mu'jam al-Buldan" (the Geographical Dictionary) as a vital part of Arab geographical heritage, and used the fair as a platform to enhance the presence and support of the Arabic language both locally and internationally.
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