Saudi Arabia to Take Part in London Book Fair
It also provides Saudi publishers and agents a platform to connect with global publishing houses, promoting knowledge exchange and the sharing of experiences.
Along with the commission, King Salman Global Academy for the Arabic Language, King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives, King Fahad National Library, King Abdulaziz Public Library, and the Publishing Association will also participate in the fair.
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