UAE President allocates Dh6 million for purchase of books for school libraries

UAE President allocates Dh6 million for purchase of books for school libraries

Abu Dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has allocated Dh6 million to be used for the purchase of books and educational resources for school libraries across the country. The purchases will be made from the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, which kicked off its 31st edition in the capital on Monday. Books and materials that are obtained using the grant will support the publishing sector and also enrich school libraries with useful references books that support students of all ages. “This generous grant from His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed offers a strong foundation to continue our efforts to keep the local and Arab publishing market globally competitive. It will also play an effective role in advancing knowledge and culture in the UAE. Through this, the next generation’s increased accessibility to content will inspire their enthusiasm for knowledge and learning, while enhancing their imagination, innovation and creativity,” said Dr Ali bin Tamim, director of the Arabic Language Centre, the Arabic wing of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi). The two entities work to organise the annual book event in the capital. This year, ADIBF boasts 1,000 publishers from 80 countries,