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Ministry of Culture Launches Initiative for Energy Support
The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities participated in the official launch of the National Initiative for Energy Support and Emissions Reduction on Sunday, 27 October 2024. The event, hosted by the Deputy Speaker of Parliament, marked the introduction of a comprehensive policy following its approval by the Council of…
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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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Iraq-UAE Talks Highlight Regional Security and Economic Growth
Iraqi Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, Dr. Muzaffar Mustafa Al-Jubouri, recently met with UAE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Khalifa Shaheen Al-Marar, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi. The discussion focused on strengthening bilateral ties between Iraq and the UAE, considering current regional developments.…
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Deputy Culture Minister Meets South African Ambassador to Boost Cooperation
On Thursday, 24 October 2024, Professor Fadhil Mohammed Al-Badrani, Iraq’s Deputy Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, hosted South African Ambassador Tsilani Mokwena at the Ministry’s headquarters to explore avenues for enhanced cooperation between Iraq and South Africa. The meeting focused on strengthening ties through a shared commitment to cultural,…
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New Iraqi-Korean Hospitals to Boost Medical Services
Minister of Health Dr. Saleh Mahdi Al-Hasnawi welcomed Korean Ambassador Mr. Jo Sung-soo and a delegation from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) at the Ministry’s headquarters on October 29, 2024. The meeting included the Ministry’s Technical Undersecretary and several general managers, reflecting the importance of the longstanding Iraqi-Korean partnership…
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Iraq, Spain Commit to Economic and Trade Growth
During the thirteenth session of the Iraqi-Spanish Joint Committee, hosted in Baghdad, Iraq’s Minister of Transport, Mr. Razzaq Muhaibis Al-Saadawi, announced a successful round of discussions, underscoring Iraq’s commitment to economic openness and international cooperation. This meeting highlighted Iraq’s drive to bolster its economic and trade ties globally under the…
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ILO and Youth Council Collaborate for Better Employment
In a groundbreaking initiative to empower Iraqi youth, the International Labour Organization (ILO) has partnered with the Higher Council for Youth to launch a national programme focused on enhancing skills in the green economy, decent work, and career guidance. The programme aims to train local trainers who will disseminate these…
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Modern School Facilities Underway in Najaf Governorate
The Ministry of Planning is actively overseeing school construction projects across Najaf Governorate to replace older structures with modern facilities. These projects include newly designed schools equipped with advanced engineering, prefabricated concrete construction, and sustainable designs aimed at reducing overcrowding. In a recent statement, the Ministry confirmed that its ministerial…
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New Leadership Chosen for Iraq’s Medicine Marketing Board
Iraq’s Minister of Health, Dr. Saleh Mahdi Al-Hasnawi, visited the General Company for Marketing Medicines and Medical Supplies (Kimadia) today to oversee the election of new members to its Board of Directors. The election process, which is held every three years, attracted 13 candidates vying for two available seats, with…
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Workshop on Austrian Excavations at Bursiba Site
On Thursday October 24, a workshop focused on archaeological excavations was held at the General Authority for Antiquities and Heritage, under the supervision of the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities for Arts Affairs and the Director General of the Department of Studies, Research, and Archaeological Training,…
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