Overview

• The Buenos Aires International Book Fair, a major cultural and political event, reopened on April 24, 2025, following International Book Day celebrations.
• SINCA's 2022 survey revealed that 51% of Argentines read at least one book annually, with adolescents aged 13–17 leading at 77% readership compared to 40% among seniors.
• The fair continues to attract intellectuals and local political figures, highlighting its significance in Argentina's cultural and political landscape.
• Discussions at the event explore whether ebooks are displacing traditional printed books in the nation's evolving literary habits.
• Argentina's rich literary tradition and the fair's enduring popularity emphasize the country's commitment to fostering a culture of reading.