Historic Diplomatic Engagement
Enayet Karim with US President Richard Nixon — a historic moment reflecting the Karim family's longstanding connections with global leaders, even before the founding of Karim International.
World Book Fair, New Delhi
Karim International participated at the World Book Fair in New Delhi, projecting Bangladeshi publications on the global stage. Prime Minister Indira Gandhi of India visited Karim International's stand — a moment of historic recognition for Bangladesh's publishing industry.
First Foreign Book Exhibition, Dhaka
Organized the first-ever Book Exhibition for Foreign Publishers at the National Book Centre in Dhaka — a pioneering effort that was very much welcomed by readers and academics across the country.
Cambridge University Press 400th Anniversary
Organized CUP's 400th Anniversary Book Exhibition at the British Council in Dhaka. Similar exhibitions were also held in the university cities of Chittagong and Rajshahi, bringing world-class academic publications to students across the country.
Zimbabwe Harare International Book Fair
Karim International represented Bangladesh at the Zimbabwe Harare International Book Fair. M. Nazmul Karim met President Robert Mugabe during the event — a significant diplomatic and cultural milestone for Bangladesh's publishing presence in Africa.
Dutch Academic & Scientific Book Exhibition
Organized the Dutch Academic and Scientific Book Exhibition at the Dhaka Sheraton Hotel, the same year Karim International moved to its new headquarters at Yasin Bhaban in Tejgaon — marking a new chapter in the company's growth.
Frankfurt International Book Fair
Participated at the Frankfurt International Book Fair — the world's largest trade fair for books — representing Bangladesh and promoting local academic and literary publications to the international publishing community.
London Book Fair
Karim International participated at the London Book Fair, one of the world's premier literary and publishing events. This engagement strengthened relationships with leading British publishers and opened new avenues for academic book distribution in Bangladesh.
Frankfurt International Book Fair — Second Participation
Returned to the Frankfurt International Book Fair for a second participation, continuing to represent Bangladesh's publishing industry on the world stage and establishing stronger ties with international publishers.
Elsevier Amsterdam Office Visit
M. Nazmul Karim visited the Elsevier headquarters in Amsterdam, strengthening the partnership between Karim International and one of the world's largest scientific publishers — a key milestone in bringing cutting-edge research publications to Bangladesh.
Dhaka National Book Fair
After years of campaigning, foreign publications were finally permitted at the Dhaka Book Fair. Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia visited the Pavilion of Karim International — a landmark moment for international book access in Bangladesh.
NSU Book Shop Opening Ceremony
The inauguration of the Karim International Book Shop at North South University, graced by the US Ambassador to Bangladesh — reflecting the company's commitment to making world-class academic publications accessible at Bangladesh's premier private university.
Dhaka Book Fair — PM Sheikh Hasina Visit
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina visited the Karim International pavilion at the Dhaka Book Fair — the second consecutive year that a sitting Prime Minister honoured the company's stall, underscoring the national importance of international book distribution.
John Wiley & Sons London Office Visit
M. Nazmul Karim visited the John Wiley & Sons London office, deepening the longstanding distribution partnership between Karim International and one of the world's most respected academic publishers.
McGraw Hill London Office Visit
A visit to the McGraw Hill London office, reinforcing Karim International's role as the trusted distribution partner for one of America's leading educational publishers in Bangladesh.
Cengage Learning Singapore Office
Tanvir Yasin Karim, accompanied by his father M. Nazmul Karim, visited the Cengage Learning regional office in Singapore — symbolising the generational continuity of Karim International's global publishing partnerships.
