MBRF-APA deal to boost publishing sector

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Arab Publishers’ Association (APA) in Egypt to promote knowledge dissemination, reinforce publishing and distribution networks, and support industry creators through strategic support and innovative opportunities.

The MoU was signed at MBRF’s headquarters by Jamal Bin Huwaireb, CEO of MBRF, and Mohamed Rashad, President of APA, to establish a strategic partnership and reinforce collaborative frameworks in the fields of publishing, printing, and training.

As part of the agreement, both parties will actively collaborate in key areas, including translation rights management, intellectual property exchange, and printing.

It also outlines plans for organising training workshops to empower publishing industry professionals, and showcasing Arab publishers’ works on MBRF’s Digital Knowledge Hub.

Furthermore, the MoU enables both entities to launch innovative events and activities to achieve shared objectives and deliver mutual benefits.

Jamal Bin Huwaireb said, “We are delighted to collaborate with the renowned APA by signing this MoU. The move is a testament to our steadfast dedication to enhancing knowledge production, dissemination, and accessibility. This partnership builds on our strong belief in the pivotal role of the publishing industry in promoting intellectual growth, encouraging reading habits, and developing inclusive platforms for societal discussions across all interests. It also contributes to our efforts to realise our wise leadership’s visionary roadmap for empowering future generations and advancing knowledge development across the Arab world, while also strengthening the UAE’s global position as a hub of enlightenment and knowledge.”

Mohamed Rashad added, “We are proud to join hands with MBRF. The partnership signifies our shared mission to improve the Arab publishing industry through concrete projects. We value MBRF’s support for the industry through its vital services, including professional marketing platforms for Arab publishers, comprehensive translation solutions, and initiatives to support publishing and distribution sectors. This MoU reflects our shared commitment to operational excellence and our dedication to turning this cooperation into real progress for the industry.”

WAM