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dubai - They are just 4,125 in number here, but the Polish boast of an almost three decade-long strong bond with the UAE.
The UAE's Polish community is also the biggest in the Arab region. Little is known about the community here, which is why many were surprised when Poland was selected the host country for the upcoming Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF).
In an exclusive interview with Khaleej Times, Robert Rostek, Polish Ambassador to the UAE, said: "This year is very unique for us, as our 100 years of Independence coincides with the 100th birth anniversary of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. In the Year of Zayed, we are the Abu Dhabi book fair's host country, a first in our relations with Arab nations."
Robert Rostek, who took office in 2014, told Khaleej Times that there was huge rise in the number of Poles visiting the UAE; in the last six years, the number touched 15,000; 16,000 Emiratis visited Poland during this time.
Leading writers, media personalities and politicians will participate in the 5-day ADIBF. A commemorative book, which will be released both in the UAE and Poland, and an Arabic translation of a famous Polish book are among the slated post-book fair activities.
For their 100th Independence day, there will be "activities other than usual speeches", the ambassador said. "We have a Polish school with 250 students, under the embassy of Abu Dhabi. They will do Polonus performances in traditional dress before dignitaries, including sheikhs and ambassadors from other countries."
Is Poland participating in Expo 2020? "Yes, we got an invite from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed to participate in the Expo. The official confirmation will be made in two weeks," Polish Ambassador to the UAE Robert Rostek disclosed to Khaleej Times. The official announcement will be made during the Abu Dhabi Book fair opening. A dedicated team is already working to make the Expo a unique experience. |
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