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Baghdad inaugurated as the Arab Culture Capital
admin | April 15, 2013
Baghdad: 
Baghdad was inaugurated in 2013 as the capital of Arab culture, the latest in a series of steps that can put Iraq back on the map after decades of conflict. The ceremony marking the event was held in a massive tent in Zawraa Park in the Iraqi capital, and presented a choir, singing songs and a performance by the famous Iraqi musician Naseer Shamma and the speeches of senior Iraqi politicians and head of the Arab League Nabil Elaraby. The events surrounding the capital of Arab culture will include musical performances, exhibitions of photographs and folk arts and crafts shows. "Baghdad, which was a source of knowledge for the world, is again on the rise today thanks to the efforts of the Iraqis and their Arab brothers," said Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki in a speech.
it is the latest in a series of efforts by Iraq to increase its global visibility after three decades of war and sanctions that have led to international isolation, economically and culturally. the city hosted the summit of the Arab League in 2012, and later that year was the site of talks between world powers and Iran over the Islamic Republic's controversial nuclear program. It is also expected to host the Cup Gulf Cup in 2015.
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