The Inteational Book and Publishing Fair represents a coerstone of the Ministry of Culture’s efforts in the publishing sector and serves as the foremost cultural event through which the Ministry promotes Morocco’s cultural scene.
Under the high patronage of the late King Hassan II, the first edition of the Inteational Book and Publishing Fair was held from 30 October to 8 November 1987. The 28th edition took place in 2023.
Casablanca hosted the 26th edition of the Inteational Book and Publishing Fair from 6 to 16 February 2020. The event brought together 703 exhibitors from 42 countries, with Mauritania as the guest of honour.