Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah at the Sharjah Book Fair. ARCHIVE

SHARJAH – The Sharjah Public Library will get a Dh2.5 million boost in budget to buy more children’s books this year. The budget allocation was ordered by Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah. The money will be used to purchase books from the 139 publishers participating in the 13th edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival. The Sharjah Public Library has six branches in the emirate. "Every year, Sharjah Public Library receives tremendous support from the Sharjah Ruler to expand and enrich its offerings, much like the regular watering of planted seeds that flourish into fruit-bearing tress that nourish community. In Sharjah’s case, the fruits borne by this initiative nourish people with knowledge and creativity, thereby advancing the emirate’s cultural project," said Ahmed bin Rakkad Al Ameri, Chairman of Sharjah Book Authority. "Libraries are the cornerstone of inclusive, sustainable and forward-looking societies, and this annual initiative testifies to Sharjah’s unwavering commitment to investing in younger generations by empowering them with knowledge to advance their skills and realise their full potential," he added. ICA/Expat Media
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