Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) is participating in the 36th Sharjah International Publication Fair which began on November 1 and will certainly run till November 11 at Sharjah Expo Center. The Sharjah International Book Fair is the fourth largest publication fair in the world, attracted 2.6 million site visitors last year from the region and worldwide.

During the event this year, the Authority exhibits in a pavilion showcasing the sophisticated design of Sharjah's cultural and tourist offerings, where SCTDA launched 3 publications; 'Sharjah's Architectural Splendour, which accentuates the landmarks of Sharjah with excellent images and information on these building highlights in Arabic and English; 'Sharjah visitor's Guide' - mini guide for visitors outlining every one of Sharjah's landmarks, destinations and events with up-to-date maps and info in both Arabic and English, and the 'Sharjah Destination Toolkit' a thorough review of Sharjah in English geared in the direction of tourism industry professionals.

H.E. Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority, commented that the Authority is keen to participate in the Sharjah International Publication Fair, which has turned into one of the largest social events in the region and enhances the emirate's condition as a leading location for organizing and developing major international enriching events.

His Excellency likewise noted that with the launch of three new publications, the Authority validates its commitment to supplying the most effective information and solutions to the visitors of the Emirate in addition to the traveling and tourism operators that arrange trips and packages to Sharjah. Guides disseminate information and provide pictures of the Emirate's most noticeable architectural, cultural and visitor destinations.

The Chairman included that the event is an excellent possibility to promote the occasions and celebrations organized by the Authority during the upcoming period, significantly the U.I.M. F1H2O World Champion 2017-- Sharjah Grand Prix 2017 and the UIM-ABP Aquabike World Championship 2017 happening in December in addition to the noticeable Sharjah Light Festival in February.

Al Midfa explained that SCTDA coordinated with hotel establishments the plans to invite the delegations of participants and site visitors before the launch of the event to guarantee they are provided with the best services and centers throughout their stay in the Emirate.

Themed 'A World Inside My Book,' the honest 36th edition of SIBF will see the participation of 1,650 posting homes from 60 countries. More than 1.5 million titles will be on screen throughout the 11-day celebration of literature, knowledge and society. Spread across 14,625 square meters, this year's edition will certainly include 393 celebrated guests from 48 countries that will certainly take part in more than 2,600 events.

The Sharjah International Book Fair is the largest of its kind Middle East, a registered member of a number of international organizations such as the Afro-Asian Books Council and the Arab Publishers Organization and is recognized by the International Publishers Organization. It is a unique yearly opportunity for publishers, distributors, writers and senior organizers of worldwide events ahead together and exchange information and experiences.