Author: KME Staff
Sharjah has secured the exclusive rights to operate BookXcess bookstores across the Middle East and Africa, expanding its global role in publishing and strengthening its status as a leading centre for books, reading and knowledge. BookXcess is one of Malaysia’s leading bookstore chains and has operations in Singapore as well. The agreement grants Sharjah responsibility for developing, operating and managing the BookXcess retail concept across the Middle East and Africa, reinforcing the emirate’s role in advancing reading and widening access to books. The announcement was made during a visit by a Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) delegation, led by Her Highness…
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