Oman announced the details of its participation as a guest of honour in the 33rd Doha International Book Fair (DIBF), which begins on Thursday, under the slogan 'With knowledge, civilisations are built' at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre until May 18.
Saeed bin Sultan al Busaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, confirmed that the participation of Oman as a guest of honour in the exhibition comes as an affirmation of the bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries, the depth of the ties and common cultures between them.
He described the fair as a good opportunity to introduce visitors to the diverse cultural movement in Oman. The design of the Omani pavilion is inspired by the Palace of Science, with its architectural elements and dazzling artistic decorations.
On display will be a number of rare Omani manuscripts, scientific papers. DIBF will also witness joint discussion sessions, poetry evenings, and workshops in various fields of arts, confirms the rich cultural diversity in Oman, in addition to a photography exhibition.
The cultural programme includes an evening of Omani folk poetry, in addition to a symposium titled 'Oman and the Sea: The Duality of Civilisation and Creativity', and a joint discussion session titled 'The Shared Gulf Identity, Reality and Challenges'.
The Royal Oman Symphony Orchestra will present many diverse national and international musical pieces.