P.O.E.V.

The Πανελλήνια Ομοσπονδία Εκδοτών – Βιβλιοπωλών (P.O.E.V.) is a Greek federation representing publishers and booksellers, known for its advocacy in the literary community. Recently, it gained attention for its role in the cancellation of a literary event sponsored by the Israeli embassy at the Thessaloniki International Book Fair, amidst concerns regarding political sensitivities linked to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The federation's announcement celebrated its collective action alongside students and visitors, raising questions about its broader stance on human rights issues in regions beyond its immediate focus.