(Abu Dhabi) – The 25th Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, ADIBF 2015, has opened its doors for visitors. Organised by Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority, TCA Abu Dhabi, from 7th to 13th May under the auspicious patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, ADIBF 2015 celebrates its Silver Jubilee with a special programme dedicated to the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE, as the focus personality and a tribute to the literary production of the Republic of Iceland, this year’s Guest of Honour.
The building and construction works have been conducted by more than 110 service providers, and at least 2,500 workers and technicians have contributed to the furnishing and outfitting stage. The result is an astonishing total exhibition area of 32,000sq.m. accommodating 1,181 publishing houses from 63 countries, in addition to the fair’s special spaces and corners. Facilitating the preparations, TCA Abu Dhabi has cooperated with several entities including the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company, the Ministry of Interior, Abu Dhabi Media, Abu Dhabi Customs, Abu Dhabi Education Council and the Department of Transport.
(Courtesy WAM)
