Arab-Kurdish Cultural Center inaugurated in Iraq

The center was unveiled during an opening ceremony held in Baghdad, attended by a wide range of cultural and literary figures, as well as Iraqi President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid, Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities Ahmed Fakak al-Badrani, and Minister of Environment Dr. Hallo al-Askari.

According to a statement from the Media Office of the Iraqi Presidency, President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid delivered a speech at the opening ceremony of the new cultural center, emphasizing that the inauguration was not merely a cultural event but "a step toward strengthening cultural relations, increasing knowledge and creative production, and making this center a unifying home for cultural pioneers in our country."

He stressed that "the stability of the state and the strength of its democratic system stem from the depth of culture in society."

The President further noted that the cultural relationship between Arabs and Kurds was not established today but has roots extending back hundreds of years, as "Kurdish intellectuals and writers, alongside their Arab counterparts, played an active role in Iraq’s intellectual and literary renaissance. Through this cultural institution, we seek to revive joint cultural activities and restore them to their golden age."

He added that "the ethnic, religious, and cultural diversity of our people represents a source of strength and an opportunity to build bridges of understanding and dialogue, leading to a civilized, tolerant, and harmonious society. Culture and sound thinking are a deterrent force against extremism and hatred, and the foundation for consolidating the values of love and harmony."

He also called on citizens to actively participate in the upcoming elections and freely choose their representatives.

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