Dubai [UAE], celebrating a new milestone in its cultural journey to foster meaningful intercultural relations, Sharjah will play the role of the first Arab Guest of Honor at the 20th Thessaloniki International Book Fair (TIBF), scheduled from 16 to 19 May. At the fair, Sharjah is set to host an extensive cultural itinerary that will include over 30 panel discussions, innovative workshops and captivating heritage shows, and an exhibit of 10 books related to poetry, prose art and studies, all in Greek. Translated, in an open dialogue with the cultural landscape in Greece Led by Sheikha Boudour Bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Boo Authority (SBA), the Emirate's delegation was represented by more than 2 cultural, educational and heritage institutions of Sharjah Which will work towards promoting deeper cooperation. And the partnership between Emirati institutions and their Greek counterparts Delegates will exemplify Sharjah's cultural project, which stems from Emirati and Arab identity, in its quest to create a global positive impact on the knowledge and creative industries. TIBF will celebrate Sheikha Bodour Bint Sultan. Al Qasimi hosted her to speak about her book World Book Capital in a session titled 'Unlocking Worlds: Children's Literature and World Book Capitals', which addresses the experience of 'Sharjah World Book Capital 2019'.Sheikha Boudour Al Qasimi will shed light on the transformative power of children's literature in raising awareness of the World Book Capitals, as well as the inspiration behind such literary efforts and the promotion of Arab culture globally, together with World Book Capital Network specialist Anna Rautsi. Will shed light on their efforts to give. The Sharjah GOH program was announced by Ahmed Al Ameri, CEO of Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), during a press conference on Tuesday, May 14, which was organized by the Hellenic Foundation for Culture in collaboration with Greek publishers to unveil the agenda . 20th edition of the Thessaloniki International Book Fair (TIBF) “Through the Sharjah Guest of Honor program at TIBF, we are keen to promote creative dialogue with all entities dedicated to culture and creative industries globally. TIBF New Networking Opportunities will bring together writers, cultural institutions, publishing and copyright professionals as well as literary agents, and provide the Greek and global communities a gateway to the history of Emirati culture,” Al Ameri said.