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“Some goals are so worthy, it’s glorious even to fail.”

— Captain Manoj Kumar Pandey, 1/11 Gorkha Rifles.

Context: UNESCO names Rabat as World Book Capital for 2026.


UNESCO and the World Book Capital Advisory Committee have recognized Rabat (Morocco) for its clear commitment to literary development, the empowerment of women and youth through reading and the fight against illiteracy, especially among underserved communities.

The year of celebrations will start on 23 April 2026, on World Book and Copyright Day.

UNESCO World Book Capitals:

Cities designated as UNESCO World Book Capital undertake to promote books and reading for all ages and groups, within and across national borders, and to organize a programme of activities for the year.

UNESCO World Book Capital Advisory Committee:

It comprises representatives of European and International Booksellers Federation (EIBF), the International Authors Forum (IAF), the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA), the International Publishers Association (IPA), and UNESCO.

Following are the recent World Book Capitals designated by UNESCO.

2022: Guadalajara (Mexico).

2023: Accra (Ghana).

2024: Strasbourg (France)

2025: Rio de Janeiro (Brazil).

2026: Rabat (Morocco).


Indian cities designated as UNESCO World Book Capital - New Delhi (2003).

Note: The first city to receive the award was Madrid, Spain (2001).

The nomination does not provide a financial prize.

World Book and Copyright Day — 23rd April.