Arts, Culture and Events
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Qatari Cultural Delegation Explores Iraq’s Rich Heritage and Art
A high-level delegation from Qatar’s Ministry of Culture has arrived in Baghdad to strengthen cultural ties between Iraq and Qatar, marking a significant step in the ongoing cultural cooperation between the two nations. This visit, part of a series of agreements outlined in joint cultural cooperation protocols, highlights both countries’…
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Interfaith Dialogue: Embracing Diversity in Iraq
The “Confronting Hate Speech and Rebuilding Trust in Iraqi Society” conference, held under the patronage of the Prime Minister and overseen by the Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities, Dr. Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, focused on the importance of cultural and social dialogue in combating hate speech. This annual event, organized…
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Celebrate Culture at “I Am Iraqi, I Read”
In a dynamic celebration of culture and knowledge, the annual “I Am Iraqi, I Read” festival celebrated its 11th year by sharing over 45,000 books to readers, surpassing last year’s total by 5,000. The festival, held in Baghdad, plays a vital role as a cornerstone of Iraq’s cultural and intellectual…
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Annual Baghdad Day Carnival Concludes with Vibrant Festivities
Baghdad’s annual Baghdad Day carnival concluded with a grand celebration at Saray Land, one of the city’s most historic landmarks. The eight-day event, attended by Dr. Fadhel Mohammed Al-Badrani, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, celebrated the founding of Baghdad as a city of culture, art, knowledge,…
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Human Rights Department Hosts Youth Seminar at Music Institute
In a collaborative effort aimed at fostering positive youth behaviour, the Human Rights Department at the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, in partnership with the Institute of Musical Studies and the Mansour Community Police Division, hosted an enlightening awareness seminar on the impact of social media on youth behaviour.…
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Karbala Theater Festival Honors Ali Abdul Nabi Al-Zaidi
Iraqi playwright Ali Abdul Nabi Al-Zaidi has been awarded first prize at the fourth Karbala International Theatre Festival, a ten-day event organised by the Al-Abbas Holy Shrine. The festival’s theatrical texts competition recognised Al-Zaidi’s work, awarding him top honours among submissions reviewed by a specialised panel of judges. Al-Zaidi’s winning…
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The Wall: Women’s Rights on Iraq’s Theatre Stage
The play The Wall, currently showing at Al-Rasheed Theater in Baghdad, has captured significant attention as a landmark event in Iraqi theater, both for its scale and the depth of its message. Directed by Dr. Sinan Al-Azzawi and written by Haider Juma, the play features over seventy Iraqi artists, including…
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MEKEN Program Brings British Expertise to Baghdad
The Middle East Knowledge Exchange Program (MEKEN) recently facilitated significant cooperation between local cultural institutions and the British Museum. Under the oversight of Mr. Qasim Taher Al-Sudani, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, the Department of Archaeological Training and Development organized two pivotal lectures for museum directors…
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15th Jawahiri Poetry Festival Opens, Celebrating Arab Heritage
The 15th Jawahiri Poetry Festival, a prominent cultural event celebrating Arab literary heritage, opened on the stage of Al-Mansour Theatre in Baghdad. Organised with the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, this year’s festival is dedicated to the influential Iraqi poet Haseeb Al-Sheikh Jaafar and is held under the theme…
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“Wave of Peace” Promotes Women’s Empowerment and Community Reintegration
A bazaar entitled “Wave of Peace… Towards Peaceful Coexistence” was recently held in Mosul, Iraq, attended by the Minister of Migration and Displaced Persons, Ms. Ivan Faik Jabro. This event aims to support women returning to their original areas after periods of displacement due to conflict. Organised in collaboration with…
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