Morocco will be the guest of honor at the Paris Book Festival, set to take place at the Grand Palais from April 11 to 13, French Culture Minister Rachida Dati announced during a press conference on Thursday. «I am delighted and honored to have Morocco as the guest of honor at this year's Paris Book Festival», said Dati, speaking at a press conference attended by Morocco's Ambassador to France, Samira Sitail. This major cultural event will celebrate the Kingdom with a program reflecting the richness and diversity of its national literature. Morocco will be represented by a pavilion inspired by the theme of the sea, symbolizing both the country's rich maritime heritage and its commitment to a sustainable, innovative future. In addition to the writers and artists inspired by Moroccan literature, book professionals, publishers, translators, and cultural stakeholders will be present to discuss developments and prospects for the book industry in Morocco.