Egyptian Poet and Novelist Ashraf Aboul-Yazid Featured on the Back Cover of the New Edition of Hong Kong Literature and Arts Magazine

Hong Kong literary publication highlights the Egyptian writer, reinforcing cultural dialogue and literary exchange between Asia and the Arab world. HONG KONG / CAIRO — October 24, 2026 The latest…

Paris Hosts International Poetry Recital Celebrating Bangladeshi Poet Aminur Rahman

A literary gathering brings together international poets, readers, and Bangladesh’s diplomatic representation in France to celebrate poetry as a bridge between cultures. PARIS, France — October 2026 Paris recently hosted…

From a Street in Cairo to Dakar: Senegalese Press Highlights Egyptian Poet Ashraf Aboul-Yazid’s Literary Journey

A French-language newspaper report celebrates the Senegalese publication of Une rue au Caire, highlighting literary translation, Egyptian-Senegalese cultural cooperation, and the international reach of contemporary Arabic poetry. DAKAR, Senegal —…

With Wole Soyinka

By Ashraf Aboul-Yazid  I first heard the name Wole Soyinka forty-one years ago, while completing my military service in the Research and Translation Department at a military facility in Egypt.…

Global Call for Poems: “Hearts Poetry Connects Across Borders” Invites Poets to Explore the Awakening of the Soul

The Contemporary Literary Society of Amlor, Banda, Uttar Pradesh, India, in collaboration with Mewadev Granth Academy, Banda, is preparing to publish a new international poetry anthology under the theme “Hearts…

International Translation Day 2026: Five Translators Honored by The Rhythm of Vietnam

By Nelly Vee Sep 29, 2026 International Translation Day 2026 is a reminder that translation is not simply the transfer of words from one language to another. It is literary interpretation,…

Nigerian Playwright Esther Adelana Reaches Russian Readers Through Silk Road Literary Exchange

Moscow / Cairo — September 2026 A new literary bridge between Nigeria, Russia, and Egypt has taken shape through the international Silk Road literary network, as Russian writer and translator…

Books Along the Silk Road (2) The Global Poet: Mapping the World through Verse

Every literary journey leaves behind more than memories; it leaves books bearing the voices of the people and places encountered along the way. During the 6th Silk Road International Poetry…

A Visit to the Mukhtar Auezov Museum

In the House Where Literature Still Breathes: A Visit to the Mukhtar Auezov Museum There are houses that preserve furniture, manuscripts, and photographs, and there are houses that preserve something…

New Medals and Certificates for the Grand Poetic Movement

The Medals Designed by Renowned Sculptor Zhang Guoliang Unveiled!  Starting from 2023, 2 to 4 medals will be awarded annually to master poets from all over the world. New certificates…