BEIJING: The Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission concluded Saudi Arabia’s participation in the 32nd Beijing International Book Fair, held at the China National Convention Center from June 17 to 21.

The Kingdom’s pavilion attracted strong cultural and intellectual interest, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s growing presence on the global cultural stage and strengthening its profile at one of the world’s leading book and publishing events.

Commission CEO Abdullatif Al-Wasel said the participation achieved its goals of promoting Saudi literature and culture and strengthening the presence of Saudi publishers in international markets.

He added that it also advanced cultural and knowledge exchange between Saudi Arabia and China, reflecting the depth of bilateral relations and helping build sustainable partnerships in literature, publishing, and translation.

Al-Wasel said the fair provided an important platform for expanding professional partnerships and exchanging expertise in publishing, translation rights, and content creation, while fostering cultural exchange between the two countries.