The annual book fair in Guatemala FILGUA has bestowed on Germany the great honour of being next year's Guest of Honour. We are therefore delighted that Germany will be exhibiting for the first time with a Collective Stand at FILUGA 2026, and we are busy preparing a wide and varied programme featuring events on current literary, cultural, economic and political developments in Germany. You can look forward to events with renowned German authors as well as a profound professional programme.
Key topics will include:
The Culture of Remembrance: 30 years since the end of the armed conflict in Guatemala, with Nobel Peace Prize winner Rigoberta Menchú as special guest at the FILGUA 2026.
Democracy and the Constitution: Events are planned in connection with the 2026 judicial elections and the 2027 parliamentary and presidential elections in Guatemala.
Germans in Guatemala: A look at 200 years of history between Guatemalans and Germans, the current state of economic and trade relations, migration of skilled workers, circular migration, and study opportunities in Germany.
Applications to be a co-exhibitor are now closed. However, if you are still interested in this opportunity, please do feel free to reach out to us at the address below.
If you have any questions or would like to get in touch, please do not hesitate to contact us:
Katherina Rapp, rapp@buchmesse.de
