BEIJING, June 19. /Dunyo IA/. A ceremonial event marking the opening of the Beijing International Book Fair (BIBF 2026) was held in Beijing, reports Dunyo IA correspondent.

The event brought together representatives of Chinese ministries and agencies, major publishing houses and book companies, heads of foreign diplomatic missions, as well as media representatives.

It was noted that the Beijing International Book Fair, founded in 1986, is marking its 40th anniversary and is considered the most influential book exhibition platform in China and Asia.

The fair focuses on practical transactions, including the export and import of content, book licensing, and international promotion of publications. According to organizers, deals are concluded not only for printed books but also for multimedia projects. The exhibition features fiction, children’s literature, educational materials, and professional publications.

As part of the event, the 19th Special Book Award of China ceremony was held, which is presented to foreign translators, writers, and publishers for their contribution to the promotion, translation, and publication of Chinese literature, as well as for fostering cultural exchange.

The Publishing and Printing Creative House “Uzbekistan” was awarded for the translation and publication of books of President Xi Jinping of China. Chief Editor Azimbay Babaniyazov noted in an interview with Dunyo IA:

— Today, we took part in the opening of the Beijing International Book Fair and the Special Book Award ceremony.

We are pleased that the Publishing and Printing Creative House “Uzbekistan”, with its 102-year history, was among the award recipients. We have made an important contribution to publishing the works of President Xi Jinping and introducing them to Uzbek readers.

Thanks to the close and trust-based relations between the leaders of our countries, the Uzbekistan–China strategic partnership is developing across all directions.

Books undoubtedly serve as a bridge for further strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties between our peoples.

We are aware that, on the initiative of President of China, great importance is attached to promoting reading and building a reading society in the country.

It is encouraging that in Uzbekistan as well, the President of our country is prioritizing encouraging young people to read books and fostering a love of knowledge among them.”