On Saturday, the head of the Media and Communications Authority, Nawfal Abu Ragheef, met with Fadel Al-Badrani, the Deputy Minister of Culture for Cultural Affairs. They discussed launching several joint cultural programs to support national awareness and preserve Iraq’s heritage.
The meeting took place at the headquarters of the Media and Communications Authority in Baghdad. Abu Ragheef welcomed Al-Badrani and emphasized the value of unified efforts between media and cultural institutions. They focused on enhancing cultural content across digital platforms and media outlets.
Abu Ragheef explained that the two sides will soon begin practical steps. Together, they plan to implement specialized programs aimed at strengthening cultural identity. These programs will include training sessions, development workshops, and public initiatives.
They also discussed launching joint projects for professional media and cultural training. These projects will target both government institutions and private organizations. Their goal is to raise the standard of content while increasing awareness of Iraq’s diverse cultural landscape.
Abu Ragheef highlighted how media and culture must work together. He believes their collaboration will build national unity and deepen public understanding of Iraq’s history and values.
Al-Badrani, in turn, supported the plan fully. He expressed the Ministry of Culture’s readiness to cooperate in every possible way. He confirmed that the ministry would help create programs inside Iraq and beyond its borders. These projects aim at strengthening cultural identity on both local and international stages.
Furthermore, both officials agreed that culture and media are inseparable tools for progress. They recognized that digital media, when used effectively, can play a major role in spreading cultural awareness.
This collaboration represents a significant step forward. It lays the foundation for long-term efforts focused on strengthening cultural identity. Through these combined efforts, both sides hope to shape a more unified and culturally aware Iraqi society.
