Iranian books on display at int’l fairs in Azerbaijan, Tajikistan
Iran is showcasing more than 600 book titles at international book fairs in Baku, Azerbaijan’s capital and Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan in Central Asia, IRNA reported on Thursday.
The 12th Baku International Book Fair opened on October 21 at the Baku Expo Center. Iran’s Book and Literature House is displaying nearly 300 titles on Iranian studies, culture and civilization, classical literature, and books for children and young adults.
As Iran seeks to promote its literature and expand regional publishing ties, the books are books are available in Persian, Turkish and English.
Organizers said 32 countries were represented, including 10 participating for the first time. The fair also features 59 foreign organizations and 148 domestic organizations.
This year’s slogan, “Life is bigger than a screen: One child, one book, one real world,” highlights the importance of encouraging children to read. The program includes book launches, author meetings, literary sessions, book signings, workshops, conferences and activities for young visitors.
Iranian books showcase at Dushanbe book fair
Iran is also presenting more than 300 titles at the 14th Dushanbe International Book Fair, running from October 22 to 24 at the National Museum of Tajikistan.
The collection covers classical and contemporary Iranian literature, Iranian studies, and books for children and young adults.
On the sidelines, Mohsen Javadi, Iran’s deputy culture minister for cultural affairs, met Latifa Abdulkhaliqzoda, head of Tajikistan’s National Library. They discussed exchanging scientific resources, protecting written heritage and strengthening cooperation between libraries.
Iran’s participation in both fairs aims to introduce Iranian writers to regional audiences and expand links among publishers and cultural institutions.