Nahyan bin Mubarak attends Iraq’s celebration of its National Day at...

Dubai (WAM)

His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, Commissioner General of Expo 2020 Dubai, witnessed the Iraqi Republic’s celebration of its National Day and the Iraqi state’s centenary at Expo 2020 Dubai. The ceremony was attended by a high-level Iraqi delegation headed by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, His Excellency Dr. Ali Abdel Amir Allawi, Dr. Saleh Al-Tamimi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Muzaffar Mustafa Al-Jubouri, Iraq’s ambassador to the country, and representatives of various institutions and bodies affiliated with the Iraqi government and the private sector. The ceremony began with the playing of the national anthems of the United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Iraq. The celebration activities included a performance by Iraqi folklore in Al-Wasl Square, which included musical pieces and dances from the heritage that reflect the ancient civilization of Mesopotamia. The National Iraqi Folklore Ensemble, which was founded in 1971, and has won many awards in Arab and international festivals, presented a show inspired by Iraqi folklore and folklore. His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan welcomed the Iraqi delegation, saying that Iraq’s rich history and culture have inspired artists, writers and innovators from all over the world through the ages. His Excellency praised the uniquely designed Iraqi pavilion derived from Iraqi arts and culture. His Excellency said: “We are proud of the participation of the Republic of Iraq in this global gathering through a distinguished pavilion that carries with it a deep cultural heritage and a bright future, God willing, drawing inspiration from the past to build the future, as do the people of the Tigris and Euphrates who established on their banks the ancient civilization of Mesopotamia to present to the world the inventions of the wheel and writing and the law, and create the oldest human literary production.” His Excellency added: “We are confident that our close relations with brotherly Iraq will bring good to our two peoples and to the peoples of the Arab and Islamic world as a whole. That is why the United Arab Emirates decided to pump investments estimated at about three billion dollars this year in areas that enhance community development and economic ties, and the state also seeks to increase the volume of trade exchange with the Iraqi Republic, which exceeded fourteen billion dollars in the year 2020. We therefore welcome the activation of the role of the Business Council Emirati-Iraqi to play a vital role in strengthening the frameworks for joint action.” His Excellency Dr. Ali Allawi said: “Participation in Expo 2020 Dubai provides us with many opportunities to benefit from the latest developments in the fields of science, technology, and artificial intelligence in particular, as it opens new doors in the worlds of business and education, as well as in terms of talent and entrepreneurship.” . He added: “We thank the United Arab Emirates for this kind invitation, and we appreciate the level of organization and hospitality at Expo 2020 Dubai. This international event represents an important initiative that spreads the necessary knowledge for us, dispels the sense of despair at this stage, and stimulates our region to further progress.” The jubilee platform will also witness the return of the singer, songwriter and composer Hatem Al Iraqi to Expo 2020 to revive another concert, followed by a concert by the Iraqi-Moroccan singer Shatha Hassoun, known as “Bint Al-Rafidain”, who will entertain the audience with a selection of her well-known songs. The Iraq pavilion, located in the area of ​​opportunities, embodies the remarkable history of the country and its decisive role in establishing modern civilization, and its ambition to play a fundamental role in the development and progress of the world.