The Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism and Amazon have entered into an agreement to launch the world’s largest digital Arabic library.

The digital library is being sponsored by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC). The initiative was announced at the Congress of Arabic and Creative Industries.

Over the next three years, thousands of Arabic-language books will be made accessible in eBook and audiobook formats, marking a major step in expanding global access to Arabic literature and culture.

Under the strategic partnership, Amazon will introduce a dedicated storefront for Arabic literature and cultural content. This will allow millions of customers to access Arabic-language eBooks and audiobooks in one destination.

The agreement will leverage Amazon Ads, AWS cloud computing, and ALC’s publishing expertise to showcase works from across the Arab world.

Preserving heritage

The initiative also promotes the Arabic Language Centre’s mission to promote Arabic readership globally, preserve and digitise Arabic heritage and engage the younger generation through Kindle and Audible.

According to a report by the Gulf News, the digital library will cater to over 400 million Arabic speakers worldwide. The project aims to serve both regional and diaspora audiences that remain underrepresented in digital publishing.

Over the next three years, ALC will collaborate with publishers across the MENA region to digitise print titles. Amazon will amplify visibility through its extensive global marketing and distribution networks.

The programme also provides technical and operational support to help publishers adapt to the rapidly growing digital books sector, creating new opportunities for Arabic authors and publishers to connect with readers worldwide.

Speaking of the initiative, Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of DCT Abu Dhabi, said, “This collaboration represents a milestone in our mission to elevate Arabic literature and champion our national language. Leveraging Amazon’s global reach and expertise, the partnership will provide a gateway for readers everywhere to experience the depth and diversity of written Arabic.”

He further added that it is a pivotal step towards embedding Arabic culture and creativity within the global cultural dialogue, ensuring it continues to thrive for generations to come.

Ronaldo Mouchawar, vice president at Amazon Middle East, Africa and Turkey, said, “The Arabic language is a pillar of our culture and identity, carrying centuries of knowledge, creativity, and connection. By collaborating with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, we aim to celebrate and expand access to this rich heritage.”

Mouchawar further said that Amazon began as a destination for books, and today, we unite our stores, Amazon Ads solutions, and AWS cloud services to enable the most comprehensive Digital Arabic Library on Amazon.

“Together, we’re combining technology and culture to inspire readers and creators across the Arab world, sharing the beauty of Arabic globally,” he concluded.

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