Big turnout at Oman's pavilion in Algiers International Book Fair

Algeria: The Sultanate of Oman's pavilion at the 27th Algiers International Book Fair (which runs until 16 November 2024) saw a large turnout of Algerian public. The visitors expressed great interest to learn about Omani books and publications and other aspects of Oman's culture and history.

Said Salim Al Riyami, Director of the Department of Introduction to Islam and Cultural Exchange Department (at the Iftaa Office, Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs) told Oman News Agency (ONA) that the Ministry is participating with approximately 80 titles.

These, he explained, include 43 books offered for sale and 41 books (only for display) that are authored by His Eminence Sheikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al Khalili, Grand Mufti of the Sultanate of Oman, in addition to many publications from the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth.

Oman’s pavilion at the book fair showcases publications on the country’s history and architecture, with some of titles featuring mosques and ancient shrines, jurisprudence, arts and Arab-Islamic philosophy.”