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International Relations
Development Road Project Gains Momentum in Iraq-Türkiye Talks
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani chaired a pivotal meeting today of the committee responsible for implementing the agreements and memoranda of understanding between Iraq and Türkiye. This committee session aimed to assess progress on various collaborative projects signed during the Turkish President’s recent visit to Baghdad. Key topics included the…
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Oil and Gas
Chinese Companies Lead Iraq’s Mansouriya Gas Field Expansion
Under the patronage of the Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and Minister of Oil, Mr. Hayan Abdul-Ghani Al-Sawad, the Ministry of Oil has signed a significant contract to develop the Mansouriya gas field in Diyala Governorate. This contract, awarded to a coalition of Chinese companies (Jera and Petro Iraq),…
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Tourism
Historic Ziggurat Restoration for Baghdad Tourism Celebration
The historic Aqargouf Ziggurat is set to be revitalised as part of Baghdad’s preparations to serve as the Arab Tourism Capital in 2025. Following the recommendations of the Baghdad Capital of Arab Tourism Committee, established under Diwani Order No. 24638, a series of cultural initiatives have been launched to enhance…
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NEWS
Preventive Education As A Key Step Against Corruption
The Integrity Commission has highlighted the role of preventive education as a key tool in promoting transparency and tackling corruption. In collaboration with the Ministry of Finance’s Media and Government Communication Department and the Financial and Accounting Training Centre, an educational workshop was recently conducted for ministry staff. This initiative…
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Heritage
Arab Document Day Celebrates National Identity and Heritage Preservation
On 28 October 2024, coinciding with Arab Document Day, His Excellency the Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, Professor Dr. Ahmad Fakkak Al-Badrani, inaugurated the conference titled “The Document is National Identity.” The event also featured a special exhibition of historical manuscripts, organised by the House of Books and Documents.…
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Energy
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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Arts, Culture and Events
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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International Relations
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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International Relations
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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Health
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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