Kolkata, Jan. 23 -- Ambassador Mariano A Caucino was invited to the 49th edition of the Kolkata International Book Fair, whose focal country for this year was Argentina.

In a statement at the opening of the Kolkata International Book Fair, Ambassador Mariano A. Caucino thanked the authorities for inviting Argentina as the focal theme country for this year's edition.

Founded in 1976, the Kolkata Book Fair is one of the largest and most dynamic literary gatherings in the world, attracting millions of readers, writers and publishers every year.

Ambassador Caucino highlighted the opportunity for foreign countries to showcase their culture in West Bengal. "This edition marks a historic milestone, as Argentina has been selected as the focal ...