44 countries participated in market for children arts

The talented children of Egypt won most of the awards of the second session of the International Market for Children's Arts.

Egyptian Minister of Culure, Farouk Hosni, and Alexandria's Governor, Abdl Salam Mahgoub, in the Art Yard in Agamy, west Alexandria, opened the event, held every 2 years among children between 5-15 years old. 44 countries will participate this year, Al-Akhbar daily yesterday August, 22.

Organizer Ishak Azmi announced in a reception held last Tuesday night that Egypt gained all the design awards and the majority of painting prizes. He added that the jury board was chaired by veteran Egyptian fine Artist Hussain Bekar.

The second session comprises members from Italy, France, Poland, Sudan, and Egypt.