Istanbul, SANA-The 10th Istanbul International Arabic Book Fair kicked off Saturday in Istanbul, Turkey, with the attendance of the city’s governor, Davut Gül, and a number of high-ranking official and cultural figures, along with a group of publishers and writers from various Arab countries.

The opening ceremony, held at the Eurasia Hall of the Yenikapı Exhibition Center, was marked by a festive atmosphere that reflected the importance of the fair as a prominent cultural event.

Over the course of nine days, it brings together Syrian, Arab, and international publishing houses and offers a rich program of seminars, workshops, and book signings.

The exhibition, organized by the Turkish Publishers Association and the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism, with support from the Istanbul Chamber of Commerce and Anadolu Agency, will continue until August 17, 2025, and is open to the public and book lovers of all ages.

 Nawal