In brief
Saudi Arabia’s Cultural, Publishing and Translation Authority wrapped up its guest‑of‑honour role at the 2026 International Book Fair in Algiers, featuring seminars, performances, crafts and rare manuscripts. The event highlighted deep cultural ties between the Kingdom and Algeria and reinforced Saudi influence abroad in line with Vision 2030.
Saudi Arabia’s Cultural, Publishing and Translation Authority (CPTA) ended its role as guest of honour at the 2026 International Book Fair in Algiers on November 7, 2026. The fair ran from October 28 to November 7 at the Qasr Al-Sanan in the Algerian capital and drew a large cultural and media audience.
During its week‑long stay, the Saudi pavilion showcased a wide range of literature, arts and heritage. Visitors attended seminars, literary talks and cultural programmes, and experienced live performances, hand‑craft displays, traditional costumes and rare manuscripts. The pavilion was organised by a coalition of Saudi cultural institutions, including the Heritage Agency, the Culinary Arts Agency, the Fashion Agency, the Architecture and Design Agency, the Film Agency, the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy (Dar Al-Qalam), the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, the King Fahd International Printing Centre for the Holy Quran, the King Fahd National Library, the King Abdulaziz Public Library, the King Salman Global Center for Arabic Language and the King Abdulaziz Votive Library, alongside the Saudi Cultural Attaché in Algeria and the Arab Observatory for Translation.
Dr. Abdul Lutf bin Abdulaziz al‑Wasil, CEO of CPTA, said the Kingdom’s presence as a guest of honour “يعكس عمق أواصر الأخوة والروابط التاريخية الوثيقة التي تجمع المملكة والجزائر”. He added that the participation reinforced Saudi cultural influence abroad, built sustainable communication bridges with publishers and readers in Algeria, and reflected the rich and humane character of Saudi culture.
Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan, Minister of Culture, recognized the support and attention given to cultural efforts by the Saudi Crown Prince and highlighted the role of the Ministry in enhancing the Kingdom’s global cultural presence. The joint effort aligns with Vision 2030’s goals of showcasing Saudi achievements on international platforms.
