The fair featured a total of 115,000 professional visitors from 153 countries, marking an increase of 10,000 compared to last year.

For the first time, ticket sales for private visitors on the weekend were capped, yet attendance still rose to 115,000 from 110,000.

Juergen Boos, the fair's director, emphasized the importance of international participation, which remains a hallmark of the event.

This year's event saw a significant increase in programming, with over 3,300 events held compared to 2,600 last year.

The fair showcased over 4,300 exhibitors, although overall attendance remains below pre-pandemic levels, which exceeded 300,000 in 2019.

Italy served as the guest country for 2024, passing the honor to the Philippines for 2025, which will highlight its storytelling traditions.

The Frankfurt Book Fair 2024 concluded successfully, attracting approximately 230,000 visitors, up from 215,000 the previous year.

A new Young Adult section was introduced, reflecting the growing interest among younger audiences.

Anne Applebaum, a prominent journalist and analyst of autocratic regimes, received the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade for her significant contributions.

In her acceptance speech, Applebaum called for a resilient democracy and reflected on Germany's historical responsibilities.

Irina Scherbakowa, co-founder of the Russian human rights organization Memorial, praised Applebaum's work for its political relevance.

Philippine representatives highlighted their rich storytelling tradition, merging ancestral oral traditions with contemporary texts.