Algiers International Book Fair concludes with record attendance and ambitious goals

The 29th Algiers International Book Fair concluded its run, held at the Exhibition Palace from October 28 to November 7, reaching over 6.2 million visitors. Minister of Culture and Arts, Malika Bendouda, called for the event to evolve into a professional hub for book manufacturing and global export, emphasizing the role of digitalization. With 1567 publishers from 51 countries participating and showcasing nearly 300,000 titles, the fair served as a major cultural platform. The cultural program featured around 1,000 events covering literature, history, and current affairs. Organizers announced that the Sultan of Oman will be the guest of honor for the 30th edition. The closing ceremony included tributes to several intellectuals and the distribution of awards for literary excellence.