Arts, Culture and Events
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The 25th Baghdad International Book Fair
The 25th edition of the Baghdad International Book Fair opened last Thursday, themed “Iraq Reads,” attracting over 600 local, regional, and international publishing houses from 20 countries. Among the prominent participants was Dar Al-Mamoon for Translation and Publishing, representing the Ministry of Culture. The event drew a significant number of…
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Iraq and Tunisia Strengthen Arab Cultural Ties
Dr. Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, Iraq’s Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities, has arrived in Tunis, Tunisia, leading a high-level ministerial delegation. The delegation included prominent figures such as Dr. Fadhel Mohammed Hussein, Undersecretary for Cultural Affairs, Mr. Ali Obaid Shalgam, Chairman of the Antiquities Authority, and Dr. Alaa Abu Al-Hassan…
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Husseini Heritage Manuscripts Exhibition: A Tribute to Legacy and Culture
Under the patronage of Prime Minister Mohammed Shi’a Al-Sudani and the guidance of Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, Dr. Ahmed Fakkak Al-Badrani, the Iraqi Manuscripts House at the General Authority for Antiquities and Heritage launched the “Husseini Heritage Manuscripts” exhibition. This event commemorates Imam Hussein (AS) by displaying ancient…
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Annual Taf Exhibition Unveils Artistic Narratives
The enduring themes of pain and martyrdom are vividly captured in the artwork showcased in the Ministry of Culture’s halls. On Monday 19th August, Dr. Ahmed Fakkak Al-Badrani, the Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, inaugurated the annual Taf exhibition, organised by the Department of Public Art. The event, overseen…
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Prime Minister Al-Sudani Launches First Phase of Ur Tourist City Project in Dhi Qar
Prime Minister Mohammed Shi’a Al-Sudani, accompanied by Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities Dr. Ahmed Fakkak Al-Badrani, inaugurated the first phase of the Ur Tourist City project during his recent visit to Dhi Qar Governorate. This initial phase includes the construction of a cultural centre, an open-air Sumerian theatre, a…
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Discovering Iraq: Interview with Author Karen Dabrowska
In this interview, we delve into the fascinating journey of author Karen Dabrowska, whose passion for Iraq’s cultural heritage has led her to write multiple books on the subject, including the notable Iraq: Then & Now: A Guide to the Country and Its People. She recounts how her initial trip to…
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Ministry of Planning Employees Win Prestigious Iraq Creativity Awards
Two employees from the Ministry of Planning have been honoured with awards at the National Job Day Festival, held under the auspices of the Council of Ministers. The Council of Ministers’ decree committee recognised 130 outstanding employees from various government departments across Iraq with the Iraq Creativity Award for Job…
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The History of Mesopotamia: Interview with Professor & Archaeologist Roger Matthews
In an exclusive interview, Professor Roger Matthews, of the Archaeology Department at the University of Reading, speaks about his research and archaeological findings surrounding the prehistory and early history of the Mesopotamian region. Given your extensive research on Mesopotamia, could you explain why this region is considered the ‘cradle of…
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Baghdad’s 13th International Flower Festival
The 13th International Flower Festival was recently held in Baghdad, featuring the participation of numerous Arab and foreign countries. Hosted within the Al-Zawraa Grand Park, this annual event, organised under the patronage of the Prime Minister and overseen by the Capital Secretariat, graces the city’s mid-April calendar with five days…
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Sustaining Tradition: Pottery and Reed Crafts in Modern Homes
For thousands of years, clay utensils for cooking and storing food have been an integral part of households in Sumer, the earliest known civilisation in what is now southern Iraq. Pottery holds a profound significance in Iraqi culture, where ancient civilisations relied on clay for constructing homes, crafting cooking tools,…
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