The Egyptian General Book Authority announced the opening of subscription for the 58th Cairo International Book Fair, scheduled to take place in January 2027, under the auspices of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. The event will be held at the Egypt International Exhibitions Center in New Cairo. The fair is one of the most prominent cultural and literary events in Egypt and the Arab region.
The authority will receive subscription requests from Egyptian, Arab, and foreign publishers starting October 1, 2026, and the submission process will continue until October 31, 2026. The application and reservation process will be conducted electronically through the publishers' platform on the official website of the Cairo International Book Fair.
The decision to open subscription comes as part of the preparations for the new edition, which began in September 2026, following the formation of the fair's supreme committee, chaired by Dr. Abdel Aziz Kansoua, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Acting Minister of Culture. The committee includes several specialists in the fields of thought, culture, publishing, media, and digital transformation.
The Egyptian General Book Authority is intensifying its preparations for the 58th edition, which is expected to witness significant participation from Egyptian, Arab, and foreign publishers and cultural institutions. The authority aims to develop the exhibition experience and services for publishers and the public, in parallel with preparing the cultural and artistic program accompanying the events.
The Cairo International Book Fair is a major cultural event that brings together publishers, writers, and readers from around the world. The fair provides a platform for the exchange of ideas, literary works, and cultural experiences. It also offers an opportunity for publishers to showcase their latest publications and for readers to discover new authors and books.
The 58th edition of the Cairo International Book Fair is expected to feature a range of activities, including book exhibitions, cultural and artistic events, and workshops. The fair will also host a number of prominent writers, intellectuals, and cultural figures, who will participate in discussions, lectures, and other events.
The Egyptian General Book Authority has confirmed that the subscription process will be conducted in accordance with the rules and regulations governing participation in the fair's activities. Publishers can submit their requests through the official website, and the authority will review and process the applications in due course.
Key points
- The Cairo International Book Fair 2027 will be held in January 2027 at the Egypt International Exhibitions Center in New Cairo.
- The subscription process for the fair will be conducted electronically through the publishers' platform on the official website.
- The fair's supreme committee is chaired by Dr. Abdel Aziz Kansoua, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Acting Minister of Culture.
