RIYADH: The deepening cultural exchange between Saudi Arabia and China took center stage at the Riyadh International Book Fair, marked by a strong Chinese presence among both visitors and publishing houses.
This year’s event featured a special session on “Trading Rights between Arab and Chinese Publishing Houses,” where publishers from both sides explored ways to expand collaboration, including strengthening literary and business ties.
One of the fair’s main attractions is the “Read China” pavilion, a vibrant space showcasing Chinese books translated into Arabic. Staffed by Chinese representatives fluent in Arabic, the booth offers visitors an engaging cultural and linguistic experience.
Among them was Tao Ruipeng, a Chinese Muslim who introduced himself by his Arabic name, Ghaith.
Speaking to Arab News, he expressed enthusiasm about the growing Saudi interest in Chinese culture.
