Al-Sudani Attends the Centenary Celebration of the Great Iraqi Poet Nazik Al-Malaika

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Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani attended the central celebration held in Baghdad to mark the centenary of the remarkable Iraqi poet and trailblazer of modern Arabic poetry, Nazik Al-Malaika. 

The event saw the esteemed presence of numerous Iraqi and Arab writers, intellectuals, and literary figures. 

The following are highlights from His Excellency’s speech at the ceremony:

Nazik Al-Malaika's literary prowess sparked a profound cultural shift, addressing the pressing need for change within Iraqi and Arab culture. 

Nazik Al-Malaika triumphed over challenges, constraints, and literary norms, harnessing her poetic prowess to create captivating imagery that heralded a remarkable modern intellectual breakthrough. 

Two months ago, Iraqi schools received a directive to dedicate the Thursday morning speech to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Nazik Al-Malaika's birth to honor her influential legacy and recognize the invaluable contribution of women in building a strong and vibrant society. 

An Iraqi sculptor has been commissioned to create a statue in honor of poet Nazik Al-Malaika. This remarkable sculpture will be placed in one of Baghdad's vibrant squares, serving as a timeless tribute to her extraordinary literary contributions. 

To honor the centenary of Nazik Al-Malaika's birth, the Postal Department has been directed to issue a special postage stamp featuring her portrait. 

Iraq continues to nurture and inspire an abundance of creators and writers who represent an invaluable and inexhaustible wealth with their boundless creativity.  The anniversary of Nazik Al-Malaika coincides with the centenary celebration of the founding of the College of Education Ibn Rushd. 

The establishment had a profound influence on remarkable individuals and educational institutions in shaping Iraq's intellectual and literary heritage. This institution has consistently nurtured exceptional minds and contributed to Iraq's academic eminence. Throughout its history, both as Dar al-Mu'allim al-'Alia in the past and as the College of Education / Ibn Rushd today, this esteemed institution has consistently fostered intellectual brilliance, making significant contributions to our nation's educational landscape. 

The government remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering cultural development. We actively monitor the needs and concerns of writers, artists, and intellectuals, holding regular meetings to ensure their voices are heard, and their endeavors are supported. 

We will soon launch an initiative aimed at supporting cinema, drama, theater, book printing, children's literature, music, and various literary and artistic activities.