09-05-2025
Parliamentary Culture Committee Unveils Joint Plans to Attract Arab Tourists to Iraq
Baghdad-INA
The Parliamentary Committee on Culture, Tourism, and Media announced on Friday that it has developed joint plans to leverage the Arab Summit to attract Arab tourists to Iraq.
Committee member MP Sameaa Al-Ghalab told The Iraqi News Agency-INA, "The committee continues to coordinate with the Prime Minister's Office and the High Committee for the Baghdad – Arab Capital of Tourism initiative, with the goal of ensuring the success of the Arab Summit, which will present a civilized image of Iraq to Arab and international delegations."
She added that "the committee has developed joint plans and programs in cooperation with executive bodies, particularly the High Committee, the Prime Minister's Advisor for Tourism Affairs, and the Tourism Authority, to make Iraq—and Baghdad in particular—a main destination for tourists."
Al-Ghalab pointed out that "development projects are currently underway at a number of archaeological and touristic sites, including upgrades to services that enhance aesthetic appeal and meet visitors' needs."
She emphasized that "the committee has spared no effort in closely following all aspects of this file."
She further explained that "the goal of these efforts is to deliver a clear message to the peoples of the world: Iraq remains proud and resilient, the cradle of ancient civilizations, and is reclaiming its standing through the Arab Summit and the events of Baghdad as the Arab Capital of Tourism."
