Bologna Children’s Book Fair wraps up online with BOP 2020 winner
The 57th Bologna Children’s Book Fair, held from 4-7 May 2020 as an online special edition after the cancellation of the physical event, wrapped up successfully with 60,000 online visitors.
2020 Prix Voltaire laureate to be revealed live on 3rd June
On June 3, IPA will reveal the laureate of the 2020 Prix Voltaire during an online award ceremony, thus recognizing exemplary courage in upholding the freedom to publish and enabling others to exercise their right to freedom of expression.
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure – Books for Sustainable Development Goal 9 announced
On Friday 15 May, the ninth list of books for the UN SDG Book Club was announced. The list of titles in all six official UN languages, aimed at children aged 6-12, focuses on SDG 9 – industry, innovation and infrastructure.
Daren Tang of Singapore appointed new WIPO Director General
The member states of the World Intellectual Property Organization appointed Daren Tang of Singapore as the next Director General on May 8, 2020.