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The "First Publication" initiative is sponsored by the National Media Authority under its policy to empower local content. In partnership with national publishing houses, the Authority covers the printing of first works by a group of Emirati talents in short stories, poetry, and literary novels.

The programme aims to enable them to begin their literary journey and to support the UAE's creative economy in the publishing sector as one of the most important media industries.

The "First Publication" initiative is celebrating its first ever awarding ceremony in its history, taking place at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2026.

In collaboration with the Sheikh Zayed Book Award

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