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Books, Games, Film: International Congress of Arabic Publishing and Creative Industries

April 28, 2024

Manarat al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi UAE

Hear From Our Speakers

Ahead of Abu Dhabi's Congress PCI on April 28, Publishing Perspectives interviewed several speakers from among the many outstanding experts participating in the program. Read these interviews below, and stay tuned for reports from the Congress.

Ubisoft’s Fawzi Mesmar on Bringing Arabic Voices to Video Games

A speaker at Abu Dhabi’s Congress of Arabic Publishing and Creative Industries on April 28, Ubisoft vice-president Fawzi Mesmar makes the case for why embracing diverse perspectives leads to blockbuster hits.

Marwan Hamed: Bringing Arabic Literature to the Big Screen

Egyptian filmmaker Marwan Hamed discusses his successful adaptations of popular novels and his role in promoting Egyptian culture through film.

The Power of Books: Isobel Abulhoul on Engaging Young Readers

Isobel Abulhoul, who founded the Emirates LitFest and Magrudy’s bookstore chain in the UAE, reflects on her work of improving access to books and turning children into readers.

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About the Congress

Now in its third year, Congress PCI has established itself as a platform to explore creative business opportunities across regional and international levels. Marking the professional opening of Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, this one-day event on April 28 features discussions and conversations that bring together an elite group of creative economy experts, business leaders, publishing pioneers, content creators, and creative talents from a variety of creative domains.

Stay Tuned for More Coverage

Publishing Perspectives, in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, is bringing you more coverage of the Congress PCI, including speaker interviews, insights into Arab-world creative industries, and international collaboration opportunities.