Books in Persian Publishing Group, continuing its successful trajectory in international publishing and the translation of valuable works from various languages into Persian, has initiated extensive planning for a ceremony to unveil a collection of works translated and published from Chinese by member publishers of the group. This event, to be held at the earliest opportunity, marks a milestone in the group’s cultural activities and symbolises Books in Persian’s enduring commitment to expanding cultural dialogue between Iran and China. Iran’s participation as the Guest of Honour at the Beijing International Book Fair marked the beginning of this valuable collaboration, and now, with the translation and publication of a treasury of distinguished Chinese works, this path has come to fruition.
The ceremony will be attended by a gathering of scholars, prominent translators, professors of Chinese language and literature, cultural officials from both countries, and esteemed members of the Iran‑China Friendship Association. The Iran‑China Friendship Association, established in the 1980s by a group of young Iranians who had completed their secondary education in China, has consistently served as a steadfast bridge in enhancing mutual understanding between the two nations and deepening friendly relations and practical cooperation across various fields. Through annual meetings with its Chinese counterpart and collaboration with friendship associations, this institution has provided a suitable platform for cultural exchange and the introduction of publishing achievements of both countries. The presence of members of this association at the unveiling ceremony will be a manifestation of cultural solidarity and a shared resolve to expand literary and publishing cooperation between these two ancient civilisations.
The translated works to be unveiled at this ceremony are the result of several years of effort by prominent Iranian translators and close collaboration with reputable Chinese publishers. This collection includes works in the fields of fiction, philosophy, history, psychology, and children’s and young adult literature, all translated and prepared with full respect for copyright and the highest quality standards. It is worth noting that cooperation between Iran and China in the field of books has a long history; during the Mongol rule in China, Iranians translated traditional Chinese medical texts into Persian. In recent years, valuable projects for the mutual translation of classical works of Iran and China have taken effective steps in this direction, with the unveiling of initial achievements at the Beijing Book Fair.
Side programmes of this ceremony will include specialised panels with the participation of translators and professors of Chinese language, review sessions of the translated works, and introductory meetings on the publishing capacities and contemporary literature of China. Additionally, on the sidelines of the event, a small exhibition of published works will be held, along with a booth introducing Books in Persian’s future activities in the field of translation from Chinese. These programmes will provide a valuable opportunity for the exchange of views among publishing professionals, translators, and those interested in Chinese culture and literature, paving the way for broader cooperation in the future.
Books in Persian Publishing Group invites all those interested in Chinese culture and literature, translators, researchers, students, and publishing professionals to attend this ceremony with enthusiasm, contributing to its grand success and participating in honouring the group’s activities in expanding Iran‑China cultural and literary relations. This ceremony offers a unique opportunity to become better acquainted with the literary and cultural treasures of China and to appreciate the efforts of translators and custodians who, with love and dedication, have built a bridge between two ancient civilisations. The exact date of the ceremony will be announced subsequently through the group’s website and relevant media.