Irbid to be proclaimed Arab Capital of Culture for 2022 today

Irbid to be proclaimed Arab Capital of Culture for 2022 today

AMMAN — Minister of State for Media Affairs Faisal Shboul on Saturday stressed that Irbid becoming the Arab Capital of Culture for 2022 reflects the Kingdom's cultural and historical image, featuring the history and present-day story of the northern governorate. 

Shboul, who is also the government spokesperson, during an Irbid-held meeting with media representatives, said that launching Irbid as the Arab Capital of Culture for 2022 is a national and Arab event, stressing the importance of the role of the media and the local community in making the event successful.

The launching of Irbid as the Arab capital of culture for 2022 will take place on Sunday, under Royal patronage, and continue until the end of the year, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported.