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From March 17–22, 2026, the Republic of Tajikistan will participate in key cultural events in Minsk: the XXXIII Minsk International Book Fair and the International Writers' Symposium "Writer and Time," according to the press service of the Embassy of the Republic of Tajikistan in the Republic of Belarus.
The exhibition's grand opening took place on March 17. This year, approximately 500 exhibitors from 23 countries are participating. One of the forum's central themes was the 35th anniversary of the Commonwealth of Independent States. Each participating country was provided with a dedicated exhibition space.
The Republic of Tajikistan's exhibition is vibrantly designed and features photographs of landmarks, cultural monuments, as well as books by the head of state and other iconic publications.
At the initiative of the Embassy of the Republic of Tajikistan in the Republic of Belarus, a separate pavilion has been established where visitors can learn about the country's rich literary and cultural heritage. The stand is decorated in a national style, featuring satin and suzani. The pavilion features works by the Founder of Peace and National Unity, Leader of the Nation, and President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, as well as works by prominent figures of Tajik and Persian literature, and contemporary publications by Tajik scholars and writers.
In order to adequately represent Tajik literature and develop the publishing industry, a delegation from the Republic of Tajikistan is participating in the exhibition: Ibrohim Akhmadzoda, Head of the Publishing and Printing Department of the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Tajikistan, and Iskandari Orif, Head of the Geography Editorial Board of the Main Scientific Editorial Board of the Tajik National Encyclopedia, presenting a rich collection of newly published books.
On March 18, the grand opening of the International Quarter, one of the exhibition's key events, took place. Representatives of participating countries, host country government agencies, the leadership of the CIS Executive Committee, and guests visited the national stand of the Republic of Tajikistan.
One of the key events was the International Symposium of Writers, "Writer and Time: A Common Humanitarian Space in the CIS as a Way to Confront Modern Challenges," which was attended by renowned representatives of the literary community, including People's Writer and Playwright of the Republic of Tajikistan Ato Khamdam, as well as the editor-in-chief of the Russian-language magazine "Pamir," writer, and translator Said Sangin.
A key part of the program was the presentation of the Republic of Tajikistan, which took place on March 19. Guests were shown a video about the country, followed by welcoming remarks from the Tajik Ambassador and a representative of the Ministry of Culture. The cultural program was rich and informative: Abuabdullo Rudaki's "From Knowledge a Bright Light Will Flicker in the Heart" was read in Tajik and Russian, students from Domullo Azizov Secondary School No. 35 in Minsk performed the song "Kudakoni Shirinzabon," and the musical and poetic composition "Istiklol," accompanied by piano, conveyed an atmosphere of pride in independence and national values.
Throughout the exhibition, the Republic of Tajikistan pavilion attracted significant attention from visitors, sparking genuine interest in the country's culture, literature, and traditions.
The Republic of Tajikistan's participation in the Minsk International Book Fair is not only an opportunity to present its national heritage to a broad international audience, but also an important step in strengthening cultural dialogue, developing friendly ties, and expanding humanitarian cooperation.
The International Book Fair will continue its work until March 22, 2026.
