The American University of Iraq-Baghdad (AUIB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) this week with the Iraq Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities (MoC) at MoC headquarters in Baghdad.

AUIB Founding President Dr. Michel W. Mulnix and MoC Minister Dr. Hassan Nadhim noted the partnership will lead to diverse and robust cooperation in the fields of translation, as well in areas including culture, art, science, administration, and law.

Mulnix noted that AUIB intends to become a center of culture in Bagdad that will include a theater and symphony, among other cultural community priorities. Nadhem stated that the agreement will see the campus hosting workshops, seminars, conferences, and academic training.